The Chicago Bulls are set to retire Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey, celebrating the hometown star who became the youngest MVP in NBA history and a lasting symbol of resilience after career-altering injuries.
The ceremony is expected to follow a Bulls home game against the Boston Celtics, placing Rose among an elite group of franchise legends with numbers raised to the rafters.
The tribute also arrives as Rose expands his post-playing business interests, adding an off-court chapter to a legacy that extends beyond basketball.
Echotitbits Take: Jersey retirements are as much cultural moments as sports honors. Expect a major social media surge from NBA players and Chicago’s music scene as the city marks the end of the D-Rose era.
Source: NBA – https://www.nba.com/news/bulls-to-honor-chicagos-own-derrick-rose-with-jersey-retirement-saturday (2026-01-24).
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