Bulls retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 on Jan 24, 2026 vs Celtics

TheChicago Bulls have announced that Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey will be retired at the United Center on January 24, 2026, cementing the hometown MVP’s place in franchise history. The ceremony will coincide with a home game against the Boston Celtics, and Rose’s number will be permanently retired, joining the Bulls’ most storied legends. In addition to the on-cloor tribute, the team plans a season-long celebration, including four game dates on which collectible figurines will be distributed to fans while supplies last. The announcement underscores Rose’s enduring connection to Chicago, even as injuries marked the peak of his prime.

Rose, the 2011 NBA Most Valuable Player, remains the youngest recipient of the award in league history and the best-known symbol of the Bulls’ post-Jordan era. Drafted first overall in 2008, he quickly emerged as a franchise cornerstone, earning Rookie of the Year honors in 2009 and earning All-Star selections in three consecutive seasons. His MVP season, when he averaged 25.0 points and 7.7 assists per game, helped lead the Bulls to the league’s best record and the Eastern Conference Finals that year. A torn ACL during the 2012 playoffs altered the...