derrick rose He announced his retirement from basketball after being claimed off waivers by the Memphis Grizzlies. He was the first overall pick in the 2008 draft and went on to play for the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, and Memphis during his professional career.
Many fans still wonder what Rose, the youngest MVP in NBA history, could have achieved if he hadn’t suffered a gruesome ACL injury in the 2012 playoffs.
Here’s how social media reacted to his decision:
Not only did Derrick Rose make an impact on the court, but he also made a financial impact on players who signed rookie max extensions.
Last year, 10 players, including Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton, benefited from the Rose Rule.
Two players earned an additional $40 million when:
— Bobby Marks (@BobbyMarks42) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose and I spoke a few days ago about his decision to retire from the NBA and begin the next phase of his life with his family. His decisions were well thought out and his concern for his family was evident. Here’s our appreciation for his long career and what it means to him.
— John Calipari (@CoachCalArk) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose had Keith Bogans as his two guards and still won over 60 games and two playoff series.
He was such a great person, and I was glad that he was enjoying his retirement.
— Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod 🇸🇴 (@big_business_) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose is one of the most important basketball figures in my life. Someone came from home and made it to the league and we all watched it happen from the beginning. We watched him grow up, make bad mistakes and bounce back. He is an eternal legend in this city.
— Anthony (Tony) Gill (@thetonygill) September 26, 2024
