Derrick Rose received a heartfelt message from Michael Jordan ahead of his Chicago Bulls jersey retirement ceremony.
The Bulls planned to raise Rose’s No. 1 jersey up onto the rafters Saturday following their game against the Boston Celtics at the United Center in Chicago, Ill. Rose became the fifth Bulls player to ever have his jersey retired.
The most famous member of that quintet had a sincere message for Rose before the ceremony. Jordan sent a lot of love Rose’s way via a video message posted on the Bulls’ official X account.
“Derrick, congratulations on your retirement of your jersey,” Jordan said. “Very happy for you. You had an unbelievable career. You really represent the city of Chicago, the Chicago Bulls, your family, and yourself very, very well. So I’m very proud of you and very happy for your special night.
“Looking forward to coming to the United Center and seeing your jersey hanging up there with my jersey. Congratulations and enjoy your night.”
Michael Jordan has a message for D-Rose 🐐 pic.twitter.com/l1K2hz7Y4C
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) January 24, 2026
Rose was the Bulls’ biggest star and lone NBA MVP since Jordan. The Bulls drafted Rose first overall in 2008, and fans quickly fell in love with Rose, who became a bona fide superstar just a few years into his NBA journey. The Chicago native looked like the next big thing for the franchise and the league before injuries derailed his career.
Despite Rose getting hurt before entering his prime, the impact he had on the city resonated long after he had lost his otherworldly athleticism. He still managed to carve out a solid 15-year NBA career. He averaged 17.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 5.2 assists in over 700 games played.
