Bulls forced to wait longer for Lonzo Ball's return

Lonzo Ball missed his 17th straight game Friday night.Charles Krupa/AP Photos

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So much of Lonzo Ball’s Bulls career has been spent waiting.

His current wait will last a little longer.

Despite taking part in Friday’s shootaround and optimism he would be available for the matchup with the Trail Blazers, Ball missed his 17th straight game with a right wrist issue. Ball hasn’t played since Feb. 28 and is dealing with an issue to the same wrist that cost him 15 games in October and November.

Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Ball has not experienced any setbacks, but there are still things Ball does not feel like he can do.

“I think his biggest concern is, can he go out there and be…