Toronto Raptors Hall of Fame player Chris Bosh says a blood clot nearly killed him and that he will remain vigilant about his condition for the rest of his life. Bosh tells reporters he “almost dropped dead” during a health scare that occurred in January, when blood clots reappeared and forced him to take a step back from his playing career. He describes the incident as serious enough to end his Hall of Fame basketball career while he was still 31 years old, following recurring clotting problems. Bosh also uses his experience to encourage other athletes to stay attentive to their health and to be proactive about symptoms and medical follow-up. In his remarks, he emphasizes that blood clots can be dangerous and that ongoing monitoring is necessary. The accounts agree that Bosh’s decision to step away from the NBA is tied to the medical impact of recurring blood clots, and that he now focuses on managing the risk long term.