Derrick Rose’s jersey is officially headed to the rafters — and for Chicago Bulls fans, this moment hits different.

In this episode of the Horns Over Hoops Podcast, Sal Bass, Dan Gracie, and Scotty B reflect on what Derrick Rose truly meant to the city of Chicago, the Bulls organization, and an entire generation of basketball fans. From MVP memories to emotional reactions to seeing the banner raised, this episode is part tribute, part therapy session for Bulls fans everywhere.

But the show doesn’t stop there.

With the Chicago Bulls sitting around .500 and the NBA trade deadline approaching, the guys dive into a buy, sell, or sit pat debate. Should the Bulls move players like Kobe White or Nikola Vučević? Is the front office finally making the right decisions? And why are Bulls fans always desperate for a trade — even when patience might be the smarter move?

This episode blends nostalgia, real basketball talk, and unfiltered Bulls fandom — the kind you only get from fans who actually watch the games.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Banter

02:53 Derrick Rose's Impact on Basketball

05:42 Memorable Moments with Derrick Rose

11:13 Derrick Rose's Legacy and Character

16:56 The Significance of the Jersey Retirement Ceremony

22:20 Reflections on the Game Against Boston

24:05 Derrick Rose's Breakout Moment

31:07 The MVP Debate: Derrick Rose vs. LeBron James

36:18 Current State of the Chicago Bulls

44:43 Trade Deadline Strategies for the Bulls

51:10 Kobe White's Contract Year and Performance

54:07 Trade Deadline and Future Prospects

56:50 NBA Assist Leaders and Historical Context

01:01:15 Horns or Thorns: Bulls Predictions

01:05:46 Closing Thoughts and Future Collaborations

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