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Watch: Derrick Rose breaks down as Bulls announce jersey retirement

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Derrick Rose cries during ceremony
Jan 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose reacts 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

Derrick Rose poured his heart into the game of basketball. Even when his body kept breaking down, Rose fought so hard to make a return and finish his career as a suitable role player.

Related: Breaking: Chicago Bulls to retire Derrick Rose’s number

Rose is more remembered for not the way his career ended, but for how bright his light shone before his initial ACL injury as a member of the Chicago Bulls. Rose’s dream was to play for the Bulls, as he is a Chicago native.

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Rose gave fans plenty to cheer about as well. This includes making history by becoming the youngest MVP winner in 2011.

Now, the Bulls are honoring Rose in the best possible way by retiring his jersey. When Rose discovered the news, he broke down emotionally, and it was caught on camera.

The jersey retirement ceremony will take place on January 24, 2026. It certainly will be an emotional night for all Chicagoans.

About the Author Published Aug 22, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1

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