Thanks to a defensive turnaround in the third quarter, as well as a career-high nine three-pointers from guard Coby White, the Bulls only added to the celebration of "Derrick Rose Night" by beating the visiting Knicks and former Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau.

Jan 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose speaks as he is honored at halftime of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

"I can't put it into words," the Knicks' Jalen Brunson said. "I'm so thankful to have him as a role model, as a mentor. That's my man and I love him to death."