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Social media reacts to Derrick Rose’s retirement: ‘Thanks for the memories’
Derrick Rose announced his retirement from basketball after asking to be waived by the Memphis Grizzlies. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2008 draft played for the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons and Memphis over his pro career.
Many fans still wonder what Rose, the youngest MVP in NBA history, could have accomplished had he not suffered that horrible ACL injury during the 2012 playoffs.
Here’s how social media reacted to his decision:
Derrick Rose not only made an impact on the court but financially for players that signed a rookie max extension.
To date, 10 players, including Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton last year benefited financially from the “Rose Rule”.
The 2 players earned an extra $40M when…
— Bobby Marks (@BobbyMarks42) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose and I talked a few days ago about his decision to retire from the NBA and start the next phase of his life with his family. His decision was well thought out, and his concern for his family was evident. His appreciation of his long career and what it meant to him was…
— John Calipari (@CoachCalArk) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose had Keith Bogans as his two guard and still managed to win 60+ games and 2 playoff series.
He was that good, enjoy retirement it was a pleasure watching you.
— Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod 🇸🇴 (@big_business_) September 26, 2024
Derrick Rose is one of the most important basketball figures in my lifetime. Someone from the crib made it to the league and we all watched it happen from the start. We watched him grow up make bad mistakes and come back. He’s a legend in this city forever.
— Anthony (Tony) Gill (@thetonygill) September 26, 2024
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