Reports: Grizzlies release Derrick Rose at his request

News: Grizzlies release Derrick Rose at his request originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

The Memphis Grizzlies have released veteran point guard and former league MVP Derrick Rose, according to Shams Charania of the Athletic. Multiple outlets have since reported that Rose has requested to be released from his contract.

Rose, 35, had one year left on his two-year, $6.6 million contract he signed with the Grizzlies last season.

In his 16th season, Rose averaged 8.0 points, 3.3 assists and 1.9 rebounds in 16.6 minutes per game in 2023-24. He played in only 24 games due to injury.

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