Kirk Hinrich (hamstring) will not play Thursday, missing a second straight game, the Chicago Tribune reports.

Hinrich (hamstring) will not play Thursday, missing a second straight game, the Chicago Tribune reports.

Analysis:

Hinrich's absence will mean more mintues for starter Derrick Rose and backup Aaron Brooks. There's no reason for the Bulls to rush Hinrich back when the rest of their roster is healthy. The Bulls' next game is on Saturday against Pelicans.