Derrick Rose made headlines during the recent NBA media day for his comments on his role with the Memphis Grizzlies. The 33-year-old point guard, boasting a staggering $90,000,000 net worth, discussed his expectations for the upcoming season. Rose also divulged that he had a conversation with the Grizzlies’ 24-year-old superstar, Ja Morant. A video of Rose’s interview was posted on Twitter.
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Rose’s impact on the court and NBA history is undeniable. A majority of his massive net worth came from his mammoth 5-year $94,314,380 contract with the Chicago Bulls in 2012. This off-season, Rose signed with the Grizzlies. It will be interesting to see his impact on the team and Ja Morant especially.
Derrick Rose wants to push Ja Morant
In his address, Rose wasted no time in setting the record straight: he’s not in Memphis to babysit Ja Morant. This statement could subtly allude to the recent controversies that have swirled around Morant. Instead, Rose is here to mentor, inspire, and challenge the young star to elevate his game to new heights.
Rose’s own words resonate powerfully:
“I’m not here to babysit, I’m not here to follow you around, I’m not here to cheerlead. I’m here to push you.”
Furthermore, Rose acknowledged the fortunate parallels drawn between his style of play and Morant’s. However, he was quick to emphasize the distinction, recognizing that Morant operates on an entirely different level,
“I’m very fortunate to be in a situation where a lot of people look at his game and they kind of compare our games together. But he’s on a whole other level.”
The comparison is not without merit; both Rose and Morant share explosive athleticism and an uncanny ability to finish plays with finesse, qualities that are bound to make them a formidable duo on the court.
Morant was compared to Rose after ankle sprain
The comparison between Ja Morant and Derrick Rose is not a new one. Fans have long held the belief that Morant could be the heir to Rose’s throne, a notion that gained traction after Morant was sidelined by an ankle sprain during a crucial game against the Brooklyn Nets. The resemblance in their playing styles, characterized by agility, speed, and a knack for dazzling finishes, has only fueled this belief.
It’s well known that the athletic point guard style of play causes a lot of stress on the legs, knees, and other body parts. Rose’s career trajectory completely changed after a devastating ACL injury. Fans of Memphis and the NBA as a whole will hope that Ja’s career doesn’t follow a similar path.
