Derrick Rose is the star of a series sneaker commercials billed as “The Return,” tracking the fallen Chicago Bulls star’s comeback from knee surgery. But he’s been co-starring lately in a special feature known as “The Arrival.”
The arrival, that is, of his son. Rose and longtime girlfriend Mieka Reese, who happens to be the niece of former NBA All-Star Tim Hardaway, had worked hard to keep the pregnancy under the media radar. Heck, Rose has tried to keep his relationship with Reese away from the media glare as well.
But posting photos of your newborn on Twitter is the opposite of avoiding public attention. Apparently proud papa-ness trumps privacy. Besides, that rehab grind gets pretty boring, so it’s nice to lighten things up a little.
— Derrick Rose (@drose) November 6, 2012
The infant reportedly is Derrick Jr. So what’s with the P.J. reference? Could it be a combination of Rose’s nickname “Pooh” and Junior?
My lil man PJ twitter.com/drose/status/2…
— Derrick Rose (@drose) November 6, 2012
As far as Bulls fans are concerned, of course, Rose is still the kid and member of the family they’re most interested in. They’re still hoping he’s back in their lineup by February or March, even if he’s taking baby steps.
— Derrick Rose (@drose) November 6, 2012
congrats to d-rose hurry back soon, go bulls!
Congrats D Rose! I just hope Rose is like Pierce or Wade.. one team for life.
That kid is gonna have a serious crossover.
congrats to Derrick and his family
Congrats D rose! their nothing like being a father to a son, take your time on your rehab, and keep your spirits up!
Congrats D Rose, get better soon man!!
Congrats D-Rose, having a child takes alot of patience, focus, drive, push and determination!!!!!!
I hate the bulls but congratulations on a beautiful baby boy D. Rose; hope you stay healthy to enjoy your son for years to come. But please come back soon so we can beat you again. HEAT REPEAT!
The Heat are a sad team of superstars who got together to win a ring GO BULLS ( Im a cavs fan though)
Cheers to around the league!
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I LOVE YOU…. D-ROSE YOUR BABY CUTEE HIS GOING TO BE JUST LIKE YOU YOUR THE BEST I HOPE YOU WILL RETURN SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<3
congrats derrick to your partner & self… words could never explain the enjoy of having kids… may you & your partner be blessed with happiness & health
Congrats Papa Rose!!!
I wish you and your new beautiful family all the best!!!
I must say though, that kid is adorable!!
In 20 sum odd years, he will be a future all-star for a team.
grow up quick lil rose…and be like daddy….
Congrats D Rose. missing you in court.
Just sayn thats a pretty white kid for two really black people to have……..
I think we need paternity test
Congratulations D Rose.
Though a diehard CELTIC fan, I got respect for you game.
Get better soon!
Congrats D-Rose, hurry back to the court!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111
I don’t know Derrick Rose, but I wish I did. Seems like a really good man. I have 4 kids and love them. I wish Derrick the best. And thanks to the aewsome NBA fans being supportive for a good thing even though he’s not on your team. Go Bulls!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats Derrick Rose, I am so proud of you… I hope you get abck soon on the basketball court.
Derrick Rose is the most humble superstar I have ever seen. May God continue to bless you and your family. I had a chance to watch DRose play for Memphis Tigers & Bulls at FedEx Forum. This guy is a great player yet very humble. He lets his game talk for him. DRose will win a championship in the near future.. Good luck with the baby boy. Merci bien!!!!!!!!!!!