Rose was named the NBA Most Valuable Player, joining Michael Jordan as the only players to receive the award in Chicago Bulls history.At 22 years and 6 months old, Rose also became the youngest player to receive the award.
Rose started the Bulls' season opener against the San Antonio Spurs but played limited minutes. Rose's ankle bothered him for most of November, but as his ankle healed, his game improved. On January 28, 2010, Rose was elected to his first career All-Star Game as a reserve for the Eastern Conference, making him the first Bulls player to be selected since Michael Jordan in 1998.Rose ended up with eight points, four assists and three steals in the game.
Rose tore his ACL in his left knee. Rose required surgery and was subsequently sidelined for the entire 2012–13 season.Rose returned to play in 2013–14, but during a regular season game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 22, 2013, Rose injured his right meniscus which caused him to miss the remainder of the season.He returned once again the following season, but knee injuries continued to impact his availability and his production.
Rest Is History
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