Derrick Rose returned to practice Saturday after missing two weeks attending his civil rape trial in Los Angeles. The point guard missed the final five games of preseason and has precious little time to prepare for Tuesday’s opener. Fortunately for Rose, he’s smart as hell, according to Derrick Rose.
After playing just one preseason game, Rose isn’t worried about Tuesday’s season opener in Cleveland, saying his high “basketball IQ’’ will help.
“I’m very confident, man,’’ Rose said. “I really believe that’s why I’m here – to hoop. I still have a lot of confidence in my ability.