Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Derrick Rose
How Derrick Rose built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Derrick Rose, nicknamed "D-Rose", is a former American professional basketball player. After a year at Memphis, he was drafted first overall by his hometown Chicago Bulls in 2008. Rose earned NBA Rookie of the Year in 2009 and became the youngest NBA MVP in 2011 at 22 years old.
1970: Abdul-Jabbar's Record
Derrick Rose tied Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's 1970 NBA record for points scored by a rookie in his playoff debut.
1998: Jordan's All-Star Selection
In 1998, Michael Jordan was selected as the Bulls player to be in the All-Star Game since Derrick Rose in 2010.
December 19, 2006: Bulls Victory over Lakers
On December 10, Rose led the Bulls to their first victory over the Los Angeles Lakers since December 19, 2006.
2008: Drafted by Chicago Bulls
In 2008, Derrick Rose was drafted first overall by his hometown team, the Chicago Bulls.
2008: Declared for NBA draft
On April 15, Derrick Rose announced he would forgo his final three seasons at Memphis and declared for the 2008 NBA draft.
2009: Rose's Sophomore Season Started
Rose's sophomore season started off with an ankle injury in his first preseason game in 2009.
January 16, 2010: 37 Points Against Wizards
On January 16, 2010, Derrick Rose scored 37 points against the Washington Wizards, including a game-winning layup.
April 13, 2010: 39 Points Against Celtics
On April 13, 2010, Derrick Rose scored 39 points against the Boston Celtics.
October 30, 2010: 39 Points Against Pistons
On October 30, 2010, Derrick Rose scored 39 points in a win against the Detroit Pistons.
2010: Bulls Finish Season with League Leading Record
At the end of the 2010 NBA season, the Chicago Bulls finished with a league-leading record of 62-20.
2010: Rose Plays Most Games Since 2010-11 Season
In the 2014-15 season, Rose appeared in 51 games, the most he had played since the 2010-11 season.
January 16, 2011: 34 Points Against Heat
On January 16, 2011, Derrick Rose scored 34 points against the Miami Heat, including 11 in the fourth quarter.
December 2011: Rose Signs Contract Extension and Hits Game Winner
In December 2011, Rose signed a five-year contract extension with the Bulls for $94.8 million. On December 25, 2011, he scored 22 points and hit a game-winning shot against the Los Angeles Lakers.
2011: NBA MVP Award
In 2011, at the age of 22 years and 7 months, Derrick Rose became the youngest player to win the NBA Most Valuable Player Award.
2012: Last Non-Minimum Salary Contract
In 2012, the Detroit Pistons signed Rose to his first non-minimum salary contract since 2012.
June 2016: Traded to the New York Knicks
In June 2016, Derrick Rose was traded to the New York Knicks.
June 22, 2016: Rose Traded to the New York Knicks
On June 22, 2016, Rose was traded to the New York Knicks.
July 25, 2017: Rose Signs with Cleveland Cavaliers
On July 25, 2017, Rose signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers, joining forces with LeBron James.
2017: Signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers
In 2017, Derrick Rose signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
February 8, 2018: Traded to the Utah Jazz
On February 8, 2018, Derrick Rose was traded to the Utah Jazz as part of a three-team deal involving the Cavaliers and the Sacramento Kings.
February 2018: Traded to Utah Jazz
In February 2018, hobbled by ankle injuries, Derrick Rose was traded to, and subsequently waived by, the Utah Jazz.
March 8, 2018: Signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves
On March 8, 2018, Derrick Rose signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves, reuniting with former coach Tom Thibodeau and teammates Jimmy Butler and Taj Gibson.
April 24, 2018: Playoff Performance Against Houston Rockets
On April 24, 2018, during Game 5 of the playoffs against the Houston Rockets, Derrick Rose scored 17 points. Despite his efforts, the Timberwolves lost the game.
May 2018: Adidas D Rose 9 Announcement
In May 2018, Adidas announced that the D Rose 9 shoes would be released in July 2018.
July 4, 2018: Re-signed with the Timberwolves
On July 4, 2018, Derrick Rose re-signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves for the 2018-19 season.
July 2018: Adidas D Rose 9 Release
The Adidas D Rose 9 shoes were released in July 2018.
January 15, 2019: Reached 10,000 Career Points
On January 15, 2019, during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Derrick Rose reached 10,000 career points.
July 7, 2019: Signed with the Detroit Pistons
On July 7, 2019, Derrick Rose signed with the Detroit Pistons.
2019: Signed with Detroit Pistons
In 2019, Derrick Rose signed with the Detroit Pistons.
January 15, 2020: Scored 22 points against the Boston Celtics
On January 15, 2020, Derrick Rose scored 22 points against the Boston Celtics during his streak of consecutive 20+ point games.
February 8, 2021: Traded Back to the New York Knicks
On February 8, 2021, Derrick Rose was traded back to the New York Knicks.
May 24, 2021: First Playoff Game Since 2018
On May 24, 2021, Derrick Rose played his first playoff game since 2018, recording 17 points, five assists, and five rebounds in a loss against the Atlanta Hawks.
August 18, 2021: Knicks Extended Rose's Contract
On August 18, 2021, the Knicks extended Derrick Rose's contract by three years with a $43 million deal.
June 24, 2023: Knicks Declined Rose's Team Option
On June 24, 2023, the Knicks declined Derrick Rose's team option for the 2023-24 season, making him a free agent.
July 3, 2023: Signed with the Memphis Grizzlies
On July 3, 2023, Derrick Rose signed with the Memphis Grizzlies.
July 2023: Signed with Memphis Grizzlies
In July 2023, Derrick Rose signed with the Memphis Grizzlies as a free agent.
September 2024: Released by Grizzlies and Retirement Announcement
In September 2024, Derrick Rose was released by the Grizzlies and subsequently announced his own retirement.
September 23, 2024: Waived by the Grizzlies
On September 23, 2024, Derrick Rose was waived by the Memphis Grizzlies.
