Derrick Rose On His Longevity: “I’m Trying To Tom Brady This Thing.”

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New York Post

If you know anything about Derrick Rose, you’ll know his NBA career has come with a lot of setbacks.

During the height of his powers, Rose went down with an ACL tear that would launch a series of devastating injuries. In his final four years in Chicago, Rose missed over 120 games and the guy has not been the same player since.

But while DRose’s body may be what it used to be, his spirit and heart have not broken.

In fact, as he told the media ahead of Thursday’s game against his former team, the Knicks guard isn’t even thinking about quitting now.

“I’m trying to Tom Brady this thing. Play as long as possible. Make sure I really take care of my body. And while I’m playing, play with joy. I don’t have to score 30 points a night anymore to affect the game. I can come out and do what I gotta do. I got a great supporting cast with Ju everybody in the starting five, even the guys on the bench, we have a great rhythm so I just got to play my game and whatever the game presents, I have to be ready for it.”

Like NFL superstar Tom Brady, Derrick Rose is aiming to extend his playing career for as long as possible — a noble and admirable goal.

Rose, 33, is nearing the last phase of his storied journey. At this point, he is no longer a star but he remains a valuable and reliable player in the league.

Most of all, he is setting an example for his teammates, not only as a competitor but also as a leader.

This season, the Knicks are hoping to build upon the inspiring run they had last in their campaign. With Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, Mitchell Robinson, Evan Fournier, and (of course) Derrick Rose, they have a good chance at picking up right where they left off.

Regarding when the end will come for the former MVP, that much remains to be seen, but the guy has no plans to step down anytime soon.

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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