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Bulls Set Jan. 24, 2026 for Derrick Rose Jersey Retirement Night

Rose becomes the fifth Bull to receive the honor, reflecting the team’s recognition of his lasting connection to Chicago beyond statistics.

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Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose (C) is guarded by Miami Heat's Mike Bibby and LeBron James (L) during Game 1 of their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoff basketball game in Chicago May 15, 2011. REUTERS/Jeff Haynes/File Photo
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Overview

  • The No. 1 jersey will be retired in a postgame ceremony at the United Center following the Bulls’ home game against the Celtics, and the team says no player will wear the number again.
  • A team video shows Michael Reinsdorf informing an emotional Rose of the decision, telling him the No. 1 would not be worn again unless his son PJ someday plays for the Bulls.
  • The season-long celebration includes four collectible figurine giveaways: Nov. 4 vs. 76ers (Rookie of the Year), Dec. 17 vs. Cavaliers (face mask season), Feb. 22 vs. Knicks (MVP), and Mar. 19 vs. Cavaliers (green alternate jersey).
  • LeBron James publicly applauded the announcement on X with a series of rose, clapping and raised-hands emojis.
  • Rose was the 2008 No. 1 pick, the 2009 Rookie of the Year and the NBA’s youngest MVP in 2011; he will join Jerry Sloan, Bob Love, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen in the rafters, and the No. 1 has not been issued since his 2016 trade.