Derrick Rose pulled a disappearing act on the New York Knicks earlier this week, and sources said he briefly talked about walking away from basketball altogether for a while, but today Rose said he’s happy to be back with his teammates and is ready to get back on the court. Despite the minor mental breakdown, Rose is very much confident in his abilities, so much so, he’s seeking a max contract when he becomes a free agent at the end of this season.
NBA Report: Derrick Rose Briefly ‘Talked About Walking Away From Basketball’ During Disappearance
Derrick Rose left the Knicks on Monday, deciding not to show up for their game against the New Orleans Pelicans; no call, no text, no email, nothing, just vanished. After a couple hours of utter confusion, he contacted team officials letting them know he returned to Chicago and needed to be with his family. Tuesday, Rose reappeared at the Knicks practice facility, in uniform. During his presser, he said it was a “family issue,” but didn’t expound much further other than it involved his mother. Apparently, there’s something more going on with the Knicks point guard.
(Video) NBA: Derrick Rose Gets Fine for Going AWOL; Shows Up at Knicks Practice Says “Things Happen”
Derrick Rose has returned… The New York Knicks point guard went AWOL Monday night, not showing up for their game against the New Orleans Pelicans, and no one seemed to know what was going on. Tuesday, Rose showed up at Knicks practice, in uniform. But what happened?
NBA: Phil Jackson: Carmelo Improving Ball Hog Habit & Can Play Jordan & Kobe Role in Triangle
The triangle offense worked well when Phil Jackson was a coach for the Chicago Bulls with Michael Jordan, and the Los Angeles Lakers with Kobe Bryant, but it’s been critiqued a lot on its use with the New York Knicks. Many people felt it just wouldn’t work with this team, but Jackson has been dedicated to keeping it, and improving the Knicks use of the infamous offense. Jackson was asked it Carmelo Anthony can fit in the triangle, and he made it clear that Melo can.
(Video) NBA: LOL Cold… Knicks Fans at MSG Chant ‘Derek Fisher’ at Matt Barnes
Derek Fisher isn’t the head coach of the New York Knicks anymore, but they still used his name to torment Matt Barnes.
NBA: Bettors are Flocking to Knicks as Long-Shot Pick to Win the NBA Championship
Many people consider the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers as the only two teams really contending for the NBA title this year, but bettors are taking a chance on the New York Knicks on the hopes that just maybe, they’ll pull off a miracle.
