Derrick Martell Rose is a popular American basketball player who currently plays for the ‘Detroit Pistons’ of the ‘National Basketball Association’ (NBA). Born and raised in Chicago in the US, Rose has been playing basketball since his high school days. Shortly after his talent in the sport became apparent, he went on to become one of the best high school players in the country. Later, he played college basketball for ‘Memphis Tigers’ where his outstanding skills were appreciated. He was drafted into the NBA in 2008 by ‘Chicago Bulls.’ Thanks to his physique and skills, he went on to become one of the finest players in the history of NBA. In the year 2011, at the age of twenty-two, he became the youngest player to win the NBA ‘Most Valuable Player Award.’ Apart from being a sportsman, he is also the co-owner of ‘Giordano’s Pizzeria.’ The popular basketball player has also signed contracts with companies, such as ‘Adidas’ and ‘Wilson Sporting Goods.’ Along with popular NBA players Kevin Durant and Blake Griffin, he appeared on the cover of a popular video game named ‘NBA 2K13.’
