The Chicago Bulls remain optimistic Mike Dunleavy Jr. will play at some point this season.
Dunleavy is away from the team working with a specialist as he recovers from a back injury.
Hoiberg said Friday he is "optimistic" the veteran sharpshooter will suit up after being sidelined all season. He also understands the skepticism that Dunleavy will return, saying it's "fair to question that, talk about it."
Dunleavy expected to miss eight to 10 weeks following back surgery in late September but he experienced a setback.
Via AP