Derrick Rose’s jersey always was destined for the United Center rafters, and on Thursday, the franchise announced when that ceremony will take place.
The Bulls said in a statement that Rose’s No. 1 will be retired after the game against the Celtics on Jan. 24, and while they provided some details, they also wanted to save something for later as the date draws closer.
They did disclose that there will be a United Center atrium experience and that four figurines representing different chapters of Rose’s career will be handed out during the season.
The first will be his “Rookie of the Year” figurine on Nov. 4, followed by “Face Mask” Rose on Dec. 17, recalling the start of the 2015-16 season in which he fractured an orbital bone and had to wear a protective mask.
On Feb. 22, it will be the “MVP” figurine in honor of his 2010-11 season. Then it will be “Green Jersey” Rose on March 19 to celebrate the green alternate jerseys worn during the 2010-11 season.
