Bulls could sit Mike Dunleavy until after All-Star break

Mike Dunleavy will miss his 17th straight game Wednesday in Houston when the Bulls' six-game trip continues against the Rockets.

Dunleavy, who actually practiced fully last week, continues to be plagued by soreness in his right ankle when he runs. He skipped practice for a second straight day Tuesday and said he's also dealing with a bone bruise from the injury, which originally occurred Jan. 1.

It's more likely than not that Dunleavy sits out all three games on this second portion of the trip. It's also possible that Dunleavy sits until after the All-Star break.