Jan 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose speaks as he is honored at halftime of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

Few succeeded in the way former Chicago Bulls MVP Derrick Rose did it, though. Rose helped bring playoff contention back to Chicago following the Michael Jordan era with his excellent scoring and ball-control abilities. During the team's 139-126 victory over the New York Knicks, Chicago celebrated Rose by retiring his number for good.

Hell hath no fury like a New York Knicks fan scorned. First, LeBron James toyed with fans’ emotions with “The Decision” in the summer of 2010, choosing