Jan 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose speaks as he is honored at halftime of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

Few succeeded in the way former Chicago Bulls MVP Derrick Rose did it, though. Rose helped bring playoff contention back to Chicago following the Michael Jordan era with his excellent scoring and ball-control abilities.

"I can't put it into words," the Knicks' Jalen Brunson said. "I'm so thankful to have him as a role model, as a mentor. That's my man and I love him to death."

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson thanked Derrick Rose for helping him bloom as a New York Knick. Rose is the man of the hour as the Knicks descend upon the Wi

Derrick Rose called his tribute Saturday at the Bulls game something that "celebrates everyone" who was part of his story.

"It was electric in there," Coby White said postgame after scoring 33 points. "We talked about it before the game. If it’s one game to feed off energy, it’s going to be this game. We knew Derrick Rose was going to bring the whole Chicago out.

Coby White nailed a career-high nine 3-pointers in scoring 33 points, Zach LaVine scored 33 and the Chicago Bulls beat the New York Knicks 139-126 after honoring former MVP Derrick Rose.

Derrick Rose, who became the youngest MVP in NBA history while playing in Chicago, will have his jersey retired and added to the rafters.

T he Chicago Bulls celebrated a magical night in honor of Derrick Rose, securing a 139 to 126 victory over the New York Knicks. The Bulls played distinctly better against the Knic