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Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Honors Derrick Rose With Instagram Post
Dec 30, 2023; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Derrick Rose had two tenures with the New York Knicks over his 15 seasons in the NBA.

After a disappointing stop with the team in 2014, he came back and helped a young Knicks roster make the NBA playoffs in 2021 and 2023.

On Thursday, Rose announced that he is retiring from the NBA.

Via K.C. Johnson of The Chicago Sports Network: "Derrick Rose announces his retirement from the NBA on Instagram and in a newspaper ad.

Special player. Special career."

Many players around the NBA reacted to the news, and one person who sent out a post was All-Star point guard Jalen Brunson.

Brunson captioned his post: "Legendary @drose"


This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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