Derrick Rose was one of the most electrifying players in NBA history. Over his 15-year career, Rose was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2009 and became the youngest player to win the NBA Most Valuable Player Award in 2011 at 22 years old.

Ahead of "Derrick Rose Night" at the Bulls' game against the Knicks, the former MVP told ESPN he’d rather skip the risk of becoming meme material, citing recent tribute missteps.

In Chicago, January 4, 2025 was all about Derrick Rose as the city celebrated the former Bulls point guard’s legacy during a halftime ceremony at the team’s United Center. But while it was heartwarming to watch everyone from former teammates to the broadcasters who called his games share their fondest memories of Rose’s time with the team,

Jan 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose speaks as he is honored at halftime of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

Derrick Rose, who became the youngest MVP in NBA history while playing in Chicago, will have his jersey retired and added to the rafters.