Derrick Rose only played 24 games for the Grizzlies, but players keep pointing to how much he mattered day to day. From extra workouts and one-on-one conversations to simply modeling professionalism, teammates say his presence carried real weight in a young locker room.

Jaren Jackson Jr. recently talked about Rose’s habits, mindset and leadership, while others have mentioned how intentional he was without ever being loud or performative. Even with injuries limiting his time on the floor, Rose’s example seems to have stuck.

For fans who watched that season closely — did Rose’s influence feel bigger than his stat line? And do you think Memphis got what it needed from him during that stretch?