Challenges in the Life of Derrick Rose in a Detailed Timeline
A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Derrick Rose's life and career.
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.
December 2007: Rose's Eligibility
In December 2007 Rose would have lost eligibility due to Reggie Rose being allowed to travel for free, according to the NCAA.
2007: Rose's SAT Score Invalidation
Derrick Rose's SAT score invalidated, resulting in vacating Memphis' entire 2007-08 season
2007: Settlement Related to Vacated Season
On May 28, 2010, Derrick Rose, along with others, reached a $100,000 out-of-court settlement related to the vacated 2007–08 season.
2008: Bulls Miss Playoffs
In 2016, the Bulls missed the playoffs for the first time since 2008.
May 28, 2009: Release of Letter Regarding SAT Score
On May 28, 2009, the Memphis Commercial Appeal obtained and released a letter regarding Derrick Rose's SAT score through the Freedom of Information Act.
August 20, 2009: Memphis' 2007-08 Season Vacated
On August 20, 2009, the NCAA vacated Memphis' 2007–08 season due to Rose's invalidated SAT score.
2009: NCAA Investigation
In 2009, an NCAA investigation revealed that Derrick Rose's SAT scores had been invalidated.
May 28, 2010: $100,000 Settlement
On May 28, 2010, Derrick Rose, along with others, reached a $100,000 out-of-court settlement related to the vacated 2007–08 season.
October 2011: Settlement Reported
In October 2011, The Memphis Commercial Appeal first reported on the settlement that occurred on May 28, 2010.
2011: Bulls in the 2011 NBA Playoffs
During the 2011 NBA playoffs, the Chicago Bulls defeated the Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks, but lost to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals. Rose averaged 27.1 points per game during the 2011 playoffs.
May 12, 2012: Rose Undergoes ACL Surgery
On May 12, 2012, Rose had surgery performed to repair the torn ACL in his left knee. The estimated recovery period was 8–12 months.
2012: Tore ACL
In 2012, during the NBA playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers, Derrick Rose tore his ACL in his left knee, sidelining him for the following season.
January 2013: Rose Returns to Full Contact Practice
In January 2013, Rose returned to full contact practice but did not play during the 2012-13 NBA season.
August 2013: Alleged Rape Incident
In August 2013, Derrick Rose was allegedly involved in a gang-rape incident with two other men, according to a civil lawsuit filed by an unnamed former girlfriend.
November 3, 2013: Rose Struggles in Loss Against 76ers
On November 3, 2013, Rose scored 13 points but committed 8 turnovers in a loss against the Philadelphia 76ers.
November 2013: Injured Right Meniscus
In November 2013, Derrick Rose injured his right meniscus, causing him to miss the remainder of the season.
October 2016: Rose Found Not Liable in Civil Lawsuit
In October 2016, an eight-member jury found Derrick Rose not liable in the federal civil lawsuit concerning the alleged rape incident.
April 2, 2017: Rose Ruled Out for the Season
On April 2, 2017, Rose was ruled out for the rest of the season after tearing the meniscus in his left knee.
November 24, 2017: Rose Leaves Cavaliers to Re-evaluate Future
On November 24, 2017, Rose left the Cleveland Cavaliers to re-evaluate his future in the NBA due to persistent injury issues.
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.
December 17, 2021: Rose Suffered Ankle Injury
On December 17, 2021, Derrick Rose suffered a right ankle injury during a game against the Houston Rockets.
February 25, 2022: Rose Underwent Another Ankle Procedure
On February 25, 2022, Derrick Rose underwent another procedure to address a skin infection on his ankle and was ruled out indefinitely.
November 2023: Missed Games Due to Knee Soreness
In November 2023, Derrick Rose missed eight games due to left knee soreness while playing for the Memphis Grizzlies.
March 30, 2024: Ruled Out for the Season with Back Injury
On March 30, 2024, Derrick Rose was ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a lower back injury.
