Mike Dunleavy (knee) is expected to play Sunday against the Hornets, ESPN Chicago reports.

Dunleavy (knee) is expected to play Sunday against the Hornets, ESPN Chicago reports.

Analysis:

Dunleavy's injury doesn't appear to be serious and the Bulls just wanted to make sure they didn't make things worse by playing him in meaningless games. Dunleavy's absence has opened the door for Doug McDermott to work his way into the discussion for the starting shooting guard job. Dunleavy is used to coming off of the bench, so it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up there at some point this season.