Chicago Bulls to Retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 Jersey Next Season, Celebrating Youngest MVP

Jan 4, 2025, 03:43 AM

The Chicago Bulls have announced plans to retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey during the 2025-26 NBA season. Rose, a Chicago native who played eight seasons with the Bulls, became the youngest MVP in NBA history in 2011. The decision to retire his jersey was communicated to Rose by Bulls CEO and president Michael Reinsdorf. Rose will join an elite group of Bulls players whose numbers have been retired, including Jerry Sloan, Bob Love, Michael Jordan, and Scottie Pippen. The announcement comes as part of a series of events celebrating Rose, including 'Derrick Rose Night' during a game against the New York Knicks, where both teams will wear themed shooting shirts honoring Rose. Additionally, January 4, 2025, has been officially declared 'Derrick Rose Day' in Chicago.