Derrick Rose's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Derrick Rose. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1968: Rose Becomes Youngest MVP

In 1968-69, Wes Unseld won the MVP award at age 23 years, 2 months 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.

1972: Rose Joins Elite Company

In the 1972-73 NBA season, Rose became the third player since then to record 2,000 points and 600 assists in a single season, joining LeBron James and Michael Jordan.

1984: Simeon's Last State Title

In 1984, Simeon won its first state title since the Wilson-led Wolverines won in 1984.

1985: Jordan Won Rookie of the Year

Derrick Rose won Rookie of the Year, joining Michael Jordan (1985) as the Bulls to do so.

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.

2000: Elton Brand Rookie of the Year

Derrick Rose won Rookie of the Year, joining Elton Brand (2000) as the Bulls to do so.

2006: Won Chicago Public League Championship

In 2006, Derrick Rose and the Simeon Wolverines won the Chicago Public League championship, with Rose scoring 25 points.

2009: Named NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2009, Derrick Rose was named the NBA Rookie of the Year.

2009: Named Greatest High School Point Guard

In 2009, Derrick Rose was named the decade's third greatest high school point guard by ESPN RISE magazine and had his jersey number retired.

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.

January 11, 2012: Rose Records Double-Double Against Timberwolves

On January 11, 2012, Rose recorded a double-double with 31 points and 11 assists in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

February 2012: Rose Voted as All-Star Game Starter

In February 2012, Rose was voted as an All-Star Game starter for the second consecutive year, being the second-leading vote-getter.

March 5, 2012: Rose Ties Season High with 35 Points

On March 5, 2012, Rose tied his season-high with 35 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, securing a 96-91 win.

October 5, 2013: Rose Returns in Pre-Season Game

On October 5, 2013, Rose made his return in a pre-season game against the Indiana Pacers, scoring 13 points.

October 16, 2013: Rose Returns to Play in Chicago

On October 16, 2013, Rose played his first game back in Chicago, scoring 22 points against the Detroit Pistons.

October 29, 2014: Rose Returns from Injury in Season Opener

On October 29, 2014, Rose returned from injury and recorded 13 points and five assists in the Bulls' season opener against the New York Knicks.

January 14, 2015: Rose Scores Season-High 32 Points

On January 14, 2015, Rose scored a season-high 32 points against the Washington Wizards.

April 18, 2015: Rose Plays First Playoff Game Since 2012

On April 18, 2015, Rose played in his first playoff game since Game 1 of the 2012 playoffs, finishing with 23 points.

November 5, 2015: Rose Scores Season-High 29 Points

On November 5, 2015, Rose scored a season-high 29 points in a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

February 5, 2016: Rose Season-Best Game

On February 5, 2016, Rose had a season-best game with 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists in a loss to the Denver Nuggets.

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.

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.

January 4, 2025: Bulls Honored Rose and Planned Jersey Retirement

On January 4, 2025, the Chicago Bulls honored Derrick Rose during a game against the New York Knicks and announced plans to retire his number 1 jersey during the 2025-26 season.