NBA legend Derrick Rose doesn’t want a statue in his honor

Adidas Gives Derrick Rose Flowers After Legendary NBA Career
Derrick Rose was one of the most electrifying players in NBA history. Over his 15-year career, Rose was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2009 and became the youngest player to win the NBA Most Valuable Player Award in 2011 at 22 years old.
Predicting Next 5 NBA Player Jersey Retirements After Derrick Rose
Dennis Rodman's No. 91 jersey should already be hanging in the United Center rafters alongside his legendary teammates. Known as one of the greatest rebounders in NBA history, Rodman joined the Bulls in 1995 and played a vital role in their second three-peat (1996-1998).
NBA legend Derrick Rose doesn’t want a statue in his honor as he could become a meme
Ahead of "Derrick Rose Night" at the Bulls' game against the Knicks, the former MVP told ESPN he’d rather skip the risk of becoming meme material, citing recent tribute missteps.
‘Becoming a Rose’: The story behind Derrick Rose’s anticipated retirement film
The two-minute tribute debuted during a halftime ceremony honoring Rose at Saturday’s Bulls game against the New York Knicks. It was the apex of an evening reserved for the Chicago native and 2011 NBA MVP who announced his retirement in September. The Bulls dubbed the matchup “Derrick Rose Night.” This Rose will forever be Chicago red.
Bulls Release Emotional Video of Derrick Rose Finding Out His Number Will Be Retired
Rose will become the fifth player in Bulls history to get their jersey number retired, joining Jerry Sloan (No. 4), Bob Love (No. 10), Michael Jordan (No. 23) and Scottie Pippen (No. 33). Earlier this week, Rose told ESPN that he "would love" to have his jersey retired by the Bulls. Just days later, he learned that wish is already coming true.
Derrick Rose's Jersey to Be Retired by Bulls During 2025-26 NBA Season
On the same day Derrick Rose will be honored by the Chicago Bulls for his achievements throughout his NBA career, the club announced plans to retire
Fans React to Bulls Retiring Derrick Rose Jersey
The one-time league MVP played eight injury-plagued years in Chicago. But when he was on, there were few better.
Bulls to retire former MVP Derrick Rose's jersey number during 2025-26 NBA season
The recently retired Rose spent the first eight seasons of his career with the Bulls and was named MVP in 2011
Bulls announcer reveals what stopped Derrick Rose from becoming the next Michael Jordan
Chicago Bulls announcer Stacey King just made a huge statement about Derrick Rose potentially rivaling Michael Jordan's NBA legacy.
Bulls jersey retirement should solidify Derrick Rose's Hall of Fame case
After being drafted first overall by his hometown Bulls in the 2008 NBA Draft, Rose enjoyed a historic stint in Chicago. From his debut to hi
From Chicago: A Tribute to Derrick Rose
Watch this Chicago Bulls tribute to their city's own No. 1, Derrick Rose, and go back in time to experience his journey.
Bulls to retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey next season
The Chicago Bulls announced today that Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey will be officially retired, making him the fifth Bulls ...
Derrick Rose reveals why jersey retirement isn't happening until next season
Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose reveals why his jersey isn't going to be retired by the franchise this season.
Honoring Derrick Rose: Damian Lillard, Tom Thibodeau, others toast former NBA MVP’s career
Damian Lillard, Zach LaVine, Doc Rivers, Tom Thibodeau and more look back on playing with and against the former MVP.