26/09/2024
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To my beloved Bulls fans and every team I’ve had the honor to play for,
The time has come to step away from the game I’ve loved my entire life. Chicago, you gave me my dreams. From the moment I wore that red jersey, I felt the weight of your love and belief in me. Winning MVP in my hometown will forever be one of the greatest moments of my life.
To the Knicks, Cavs, Timberwolves, Pistons, and Grizzlies—thank you for believing in me and giving me the chance to keep doing what I love. Each team gave me more than just a jersey; you gave me hope when I needed it most.
Knowing that I gave my all to the game, I feel confident in my decision. Basketball was just the beginning for me. Now, it’s important that I give my all to my family—they deserve that.
I know my journey hasn’t always been easy—there were times my body couldn’t keep up with my heart. But through it all, I hope you saw the love I poured into this game. I played for you, for my family, and for every dream I had growing up.
To my fans—you are my everything. Your support has meant the world to me, and I hope I’ve made you proud. I’ll always be a Bull at heart.
With all my love,
Derrick Rose 🌹
