I can understand this. I consider myself straight, but I've always had lots of deep friendships with men, both straight and gay. Many of them are as intense in many ways as those with with women. In fact, it's usually been easier with men than women because sex and "commitment" aren't involved. I'm not a "touch-feely" type of guy but have become completely comfortable with hugs and embraces, something I wasn't during my teens and early twenties.
Although I've found many of my friends very attractive, I've never felt any sexual desire. Some of my gay friends have expressed some sexual attraction or feelings for me*, but I've never been upset or bothered by this -- in fact, found it flattering! -- and have been open and honest about my feelings towards them. With a few, we have an easy-going "play flirtatious" relationship. It sounds corny, but I think "Honesty's the best policy" with friends.** Good friends can usually work through problems.
* despite the fact I'm hung like a chipmunk!
** and with yourself