Derrick Roos introduced his retirement from basketball after requesting a waiver from the Memphis Grizzlies. The No. 1 total choose within the 2008 draft performed for the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons and Memphis throughout his skilled profession.
Many followers nonetheless surprise what Rose, the youngest MVP in NBA historical past, might have completed if he had not suffered that horrific ACL harm in the course of the 2012 playoffs.
That is how social media reacted to his determination:
Derrick Rose not solely made an influence on the sector, but additionally financially for gamers who signed a rookie max contract.
To this point, 10 gamers, together with Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton final 12 months, have benefited financially from the “Rose Rule.”
The two gamers earned an additional $40 million when…
—Bobby Marks (@BobbyMarks42) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose and I spoke just a few days in the past about his determination to retire from the NBA and begin the following part of his life along with his household. His determination was effectively thought out and his concern for his household was clear. His appreciation for his lengthy profession and what it meant to him was…
— John Calipari (@CoachCalArk) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose had Keith Bogans as his two guards and nonetheless managed to win over 60 video games and a pair of playoff collection.
He was so good, take pleasure in your retirement, you have been a pleasure to observe.
— Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod 🇸🇴 (@big_business_) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose is among the most vital basketball figures in my life. He got here from the cradle to the league and we have all seen it occur from the start. We have seen him develop up, make dangerous errors and are available again. He is endlessly a legend on this metropolis.
— Anthony (Tony) Gill (@thetonygill) September 26, 2024