Derrick Rose

Derrick Martell Rose Sr. (born October 4, 1988 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American former professional basketball player. He played parts of 15 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played for the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks, and Memphis Grizzlies. He played at the position of point guard. He is also known by the nickname "D-Rose". He attended college at University of Memphis where he played basketball with the Memphis Tigers. Rose was drafted out of college by the Chicago Bulls with the 1st overall pick in the 1st round of the 2008 NBA Draft. Rose was named the 2011 NBA Most Valuable Player. He is the youngest person to win an NBA MVP.

On October 9, 2012, Rose's girlfriend, Mieka Reese, gave birth to their son, Derrick Rose, Jr.

On June 22, 2016, Rose was traded to the New York Knicks. He signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the off season.

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