“Derrick Rose and not Kawhi Leonard was NBA’s original Terminator”: A clip shows the Bulls MVP showing no interest in standing alongside LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Dwight Howard

Arjun Julka | 27/10/2021
"Derrick Rose and not Kawhi Leonard was NBA's original Terminator": A clip shows the Bulls MVP showing no interest in standing alongside LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Dwight Howard

Former Bulls player Derrick Rose showed no enthusiasm during the 2012 NBA All-Star introduction as he stood besides LeBron James, Dwight Howard, and Carmelo Anthony. The Bulls point guard was the NBA’s first Terminator before Kawhi Leonard. 

Derrick Rose was arguably one of the most athletic point guards in the history of the NBA. However, injuries got the better of him, robbing him of his prime. Nobody can forget D-Roses’ 2010-11 MVP season. The Bulls guard averaged 25 PPG on a 44.5% shooting from the field.

Rose was an assassin on the court, displaying impeccable athleticism. The NBA’s youngest MVP had made the Bulls relevant again post the Michael Jordan era. D-Rose would let his game do all the talking, never displaying his emotions on the hardwood, something similar to Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard.

The Internet never spares a moment to troll Kawhi for his cold demeanor both on and off the court. However, many don’t know that D-Rose exhibited similar behavior but escaped due to the absence of social media at the time.

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One such example being the introduction of the eastern conference starters during the 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend. Rose seemed rather indifferent with the grand entrance that had LeBron James and Dwight Howard all pumped.

Derrick Rose was Kawhi before Kawhi.

The 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend was held at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. D-Rose was coming off his MVP season was named a starter in the eastern conference. Unfortunately, the west defeated the east, 152-149. Kevin Durant was named All-Star MVP.

Though it’s been nine years since then, a Twitter user recently pointed out a hilarious moment, yet to receive its due. The moment involved D-Rose exhibiting Kawhi-like qualities.

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In conclusion, both D-Rose and Kawhi let their game speak for themselves. Both Rose and Kawhi have multiple All-Star appearances and have been MVPs. The two superstars also have All-NBA First team selections to their credit.

 

Post Edited By: Arjun Julka
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Arjun Julka

Arjun Julka is a NBA author at The SportsRush. Basketball isn’t just a sport for this 26-year-old, who hails from Mumbai. He began watching the sport after stumbling upon a court in his society, helping him identify an undiscovered passion for the game of hoops. Now an ardent fan, Arjun supports Stephen Curry and the Warriors but also enjoys watching Giannis Antetokounmpo own the paint. When it comes to the GOAT debate, the TSR author feels LeBron James is yet to receive a lot of his due but cannot deny marveling at Michael Jordan’s resume.

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