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Bulls defend Derrick Rose's decision

Updated: May 1, 2013, 8:42 PM ET
By Nick Friedell | ESPNChicago.com

DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Derrick Rose's teammates and coaches remain fully supportive of the rehabbing Chicago Bulls star despite a growing sentiment that he should return to the court. That sentiment was articulated this week by former Bulls guard and Turner Sports analyst Steve Kerr.

Kerr said Monday that Rose -- who hasn't played in a game since undergoing ACL surgery on May 12 -- owed it to his teammates to play if he's healthy. ESPN Chicago reported on March 9 that Rose had been ...

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