Derrick Rose is back! Derrick Rose has returned after a 526 day break following tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in the first round of the 2012 playoffs. This injury kept him off the court, but once he returned during the preseason game against the Indiana Pacers he received a warm reception from the fans. Rose prepared for his return with extensive physical therapy following his surgery May of 2012.
During the Preseason game Derrick Rose occasionally showed a bit of rust, but performed well overall for his first game back. Rose contributed to the Chicago Bulls 82-76 win against the Indiana Pacers with a layup and later a dunk in the third quarter. Derrick Rose will be able to adjust back to his former status if he can play without inflicting damage to his repaired ACL. Following the game, Rose commented on his performance, stating “Turnovers were big tonight because I was going too fast”.
