SAN FRANCISCO -- As Mike Dunleavy quietly continues his rehab from off-season back surgery, his absence in the Chicago Bulls' lineup looms larger than ever. The Bulls miss his veteran presence and his ability to knock down long-range shots. That absence has been exacerbated by the inconsistent play of third-year swingman Tony Snell and second-year man Doug McDermott.
Snell has struggled all season to find a groove while bouncing in and out of Fred Hoiberg's starting lineup. In 23.7 minutes per game, Snell is averaging 6.1 points a contest. He is just 4-for-22 from the field over his last four games.