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Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star big man Karl-Anthony Towns says point guard Derrick Rose is one of the most athletically-gifted point guards this league has ever seen. Despite suffering four knee injuries, Rose remains a one-man fast break and he can still get to the rim with the best of them. “He’s one of the most explosive, […]

Over the summer, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose announced he was starting his own scholarship called the The Rose Scholars. Rose is encouraging high school students to pursue their dreams of college by awarding over $400,000 in tuition money through the program. Last week, Alberto Ruiz won $10,000 for his college education at Middle Tennessee State […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose is off to a stellar start to the year, and the folks over at NBA 2K are paying attention. Entering Friday, Derrick Rose was averaging 19.2 points, 3.5 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game while shooting 45.7 percent from the field, 48.8 percent from beyond the arc and 82.7 […]

Now that the Jimmy Butler trade drama is over, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose says head coach/president Tom Thibodeau has loosened up. Thibodeau is one of the most demanding coaches in the NBA. He’s always yelling. He stands the entire game. His practices are sometimes described as more intense than actual games. However, now […]

After sitting out Wednesday’s home game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose participated in Thursday’s practice and is on track to play Friday versus the Portland Trail Blazers, according to head coach/president Tom Thibodeau. Rose was dealing with left knee soreness, so the Timberwolves decided to play it safe and […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves host the New Orleans Pelicans Wednesday night at Target Center and will be without point guard Derrick Rose, who is dealing with left knee soreness. However, newcomer Robert Covington will make his Timberwolves debut and enter the starting lineup with Rose out. Minnesota acquired Covington in the Jimmy Butler trade from the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New Orleans Pelicans Wednesday night at home and point guard Derrick Rose is questionable to play with left knee soreness. Rose, 30, has undergone two knee procedures on his left knee and been playing a lot of minutes lately, so it’s understandable that the former league MVP is dealing […]

Chicago Bulls shooting guard Zach LaVine has a few things in common with Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose. LaVine and Rose have both suffered ACL injuries, and played for the Bulls and Timberwolves. Rose, of course, began his NBA career with the Bulls and became the youngest MVP in league history back in 2011. […]

Per Reddit user, ridiguluz, Derrick Rose has been in the same building in some of the most horrific injuries that we have seen in a live sporting event. It was just something I realised after hearing about Caris LeVert tonight. Derrick Rose was a firsthand witness to all. He was at the Team USA exhibition […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost to the Sacramento Kings Friday night, 121-110. They went winless during a five-game road trip. Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose talked about when you could give feedback to a teammate. These quotes were obtained by Chris Hine of The Star Tribune. “It’s about understanding one another and having that chemistry where you […]

Life has not given the easy road to Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Derrick Rose. Now that we are seeing the former MVP on the way to returning to top form, Rose says that he’s been through ‘trials and tribulations’ throughout his career. Chris Hine of Star Tribune wrote a column on the Wolves’ recent troubles, including […]

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox got blown by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose twice, but he did not give up on both of those plays. On Friday night, he used those instances to make a name for himself. Fox and the Kings put on a show as they defeated the Wolves, 121-110. Sacramento moved to […]

When you talk to Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose before or after games, you’ll notice that he’s always carrying around a green medicine ball. That ball is very important to the former MVP, as it’s helped him become a better perimeter shooter. Rose holds onto that ball with his life now. Back when he […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose may have just turned 30 years old, but he certainly isn’t showing any signs of regression this season. In fact, it’s just the opposite. The former Memphis Tiger says he feels as good as he did five or six year ago. Rose has endured a slough of injuries over […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star point guard Derrick Rose has stirred up quite a story in the NBA early this season. The former MVP has been stellar as of late and long-time teammate Jimmy Butler isn’t surprised with Rose’s return to top form. ClutchPoints’ Ryan Ward spoke to Butler after the Wolves’ close defeat in the hands […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose racked up 31 points against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, but it simply wasn’t enough in the end in a 114-110 loss. Following the game, Lakers shooting guard Josh Hart reacted to Rose’s big game. Though the Timberwolves are struggling to find a rhythm through the early […]

Lonzo Ball’s brother, LaMelo Ball, reacted to a vintage Derrick Rose game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night: Old D rose back Thts a fact 💯 — Melo (@MELOD1P) November 8, 2018 LaMelo Ball made the news this week as well, as it was announced that he will be going back to high […]

Derrick Rose had another virtuoso performance Wednesday night — this time against the Los Angeles Lakers. But the Minnesota Timberwolves fell short of a win, ending the night on the bitter end of a 114-110 final score. Rose was the main man for the Timberwolves inside Staples Center. He finished the night with 31 points, […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose has been playing spectacularly so far this season. Against the Los Angeles Lakers, Rose was in his element once again as he drilled a 3-pointer in front of Lonzo Ball. To rub it in, Rose has some choice words for Ball afterward. Derrick Rose hits 3-pointer over Lonzo Ball….yells "Weak […]

Rajon Rondo of the Los Angeles Lakers flopped to perfection by drawing an offensive foul from Derrick Rose of the Minnesota Timberwolves. In a seemingly danger-free inbound play, Rondo decided to tighten up on Rose. So as not to turn the ball over, Rose gently pushed him off. Little did he know that it was the […]

Boxing great Manny Pacquiao has invited Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose to watch his next fight against American Adrien Broner. Rose has visited the Philippines multiple times before and has been friends with the Filipino slugger. Celso Samson Jr. of Boxing News and Views has the report on Pacquaio’s generous gesture to the youngest MVP […]

After missing Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers due to left ankle soreness, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose will play Monday night against the Los Angeles Clippers, according to ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly. Timberwolves All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler will also return to the lineup. He missed Sunday due to “precautionary rest.” Tom Thibodeau […]

According to the Minnesota Timberwolves PR account, Jimmy Butler will sit out their game against the Portland Trail Blazers while Derrick Rose will be probable after dealing with some ankle soreness. Jimmy Butler will not play tonight due to precautionary rest. Derrick Rose (left ankle soreness) has been upgraded to PROBABLE. #Twolves — Timberwolves PR […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be without one of their points guards for the rest of the game against the Golden State Warriors as Derrick Rose will miss the remainder of the night due to a sore ankle. Derrick Rose will not return to the game tonight because of left ankle soreness, per the Timberwolves. — […]

Fresh off his career-high 50 points against the Utah Jazz Wednesday night, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose is still the talk of the NBA world. Rose, who has undergone four knee surgeries and one eye procedure, played 41 minutes against the Jazz and was magnificent from start to finish. The Chicago native finished with 50 […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose has had a career with a multitude of highs and lows, filled with deep valleys and high peaks. Most recently, Rose hit one of those peaks when he dropped 50 points against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. The game reminded everyone watching of Rose’s heart and the prodigious amount […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose says every time he steps onto the court, he’s making history. Rose has undergone four knee surgeries and one eye procedure since winning the MVP award back in 2011 with the Chicago Bulls. He told Marc J. Spears of the Undefeated back in the preseason that most guys in […]

In a wide-ranging interview with Nick Friedell of ESPN, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose says he never considered retiring from the NBA. Last season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Rose left the team because he had a bone spur in his foot which prevented him from running. He also left the New York Knicks briefly […]

Star players around the NBA are still reacting to Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose’s 50-point game from Wednesday, and San Antonio Spurs shooting guard DeMar DeRozan is the latest one to congratulate the former MVP. Rose, who has undergone four knee surgeries, played 41 minutes against the Utah Jazz and was magnificent from start […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves unveiled their “Prince” themed city edition uniforms Thursday, and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James wants one of Derrick Rose. Rose, of course, is the talk of the NBA right now after dropping a whopping 50 points Wednesday against the Utah Jazz. The youngest MVP in NBA history has suffered four knee […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose scored a career-high 50 points Wednesday night, and Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry says it’s fitting the former MVP had the best game of his NBA career against the Utah Jazz. If you recall, the Cleveland Cavaliers traded Derrick Rose to the Jazz last season at the February […]

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade and Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose have had many battles throughout their NBA careers. The two Chicago natives were also teammates for a short while with the Cleveland Cavaliers last season. Both have endured knee injuries, although Rose’s have been much more severe. Dwyane Wade knows what it’s like […]

Former NBA player and current University of Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway knows first-hand what Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose has been through. In his early days with the Orlando Magic, Hardaway was a superstar and transcendent talent. He made the All-Star team four times and averaged at least 20 points per game three […]

When the Minnesota Timberwolves announced that Jeff Teague and Jimmy Butler would miss Wednesday’s game against the Utah Jazz, the prevailing thought was Derrick Rose and Tyus Jones would get extended playing time in the backcourt together. Then minutes before tipoff, the Timberwolves announced that Jones was going to miss the game as well due […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose exploded for 50 points in Wednesday night’s 128-125 victory over the Utah Jazz. In lieu of this outstanding performance, several NBA personalities decided to send encouraging messages in Rose’s direction, including Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. It’s about damn time the real @drose stood up. LOVE seeing you […]

The Derrick Rose story has long been talked about. He was drafted originally by his hometown team in the Chicago Bulls. Rose would be the main cog in forming them into a title contender in the NBA’s Eastern Conference, winning the 2010-2011 NBA MVP award. From there, things just seemed to go downhill. He would […]

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry welcomed Derrick Rose into this season’s 50-point club, as he joined Blake Griffin, Klay Thompson and him in the shortlist through merely two weeks of action. This is so dope Man! Can’t imagine the down days, weeks, months and years he went through. 50 ball!! So much respect bro […]

Jimmy Butler missed the game but he wasn’t going to miss out congratulating his longtime teammate on his career night. Derrick Rose was being interviewed by the press after scoring a career-high 50 points against the Utah Jazz when Butler walked in and gave him a shout out. Derrick Rose postgame, with a cameo from […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were celebrating their third win of the season on Wednesday after a 114-113 nail-biter against the Dallas Mavericks. Before the night was over, they were also reveling an epic performance from Derrick Rose. Rose carried the Minnesota Timberwolves on his back by pouring in a career-high 50 points […]