Major Controversies Surrounding Derrick Rose: A Detailed Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 21, 2025

Public opinion and media debates around Derrick Rose—discover key moments of controversy.

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.

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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.

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.

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.