The Chicago Bulls announced Saturday that they are retiring Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey . The Bulls are celebrating Rose for Derrick Rose Night on Saturday during their game against the New York Knicks, and ahead of those festivities, let Rose know he will be receiving the special honor. His number will be placed in the rafters during the 2025–26 season.
Bulls president and CEO Michael Reinsdorf informed Rose of the news Saturday. “Even this weekend, it’s supposed to be about you, but you made it about the fans, which is incredible. But I’m telling you right now, next year, when we retire your number in the rafters, it’s going to be more about you than the fans.”
“Wow,” Rose exclaimed upon learning the news. He walked away briefly, with his hands over his eyes before coming back…