DERRICK ROSE’S WIFE, ALAINA, PENS SWEET TRIBUTE AS HE RETIRES: ‘FOREVER OUR MVP”

Derrick Rose, the former NBA MVP, has officially announced his retirement at 35 years old. The basketball legend shared the news Thursday morning via social media and placed ads in the local newspapers of the six NBA cities where he made his mark: Chicago, New York, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Detroit, and Memphis. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Derrick Rose (@drose) In a statement to The Athletic, Rose reflected on his journey, saying, “The next chapter is about chasing my dreams and sharing my growth. I believe true success comes from becoming who you were created to be, and I want to show the world who I am beyond basketball.” He added, “Whether good or bad, everyone has a ‘What if’ story in their life. Even if I could, I wouldn’t change anything in mine, because it’s what helped me find real joy.” Rose, who shares two children with his wife Alaina Rose and has a son from a previous relationship, received an outpouring of support from family and fans alike. His wife, Alaina, penned a sweet tribute to her husband, highlighting his dedication to his family. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Derrick Rose...