Just a year earlier, in 2018, Rose had played only 16 games in Cleveland before being traded to the Utah Jazz.
However, before the former MVP could even report to Salt Lake City, he received word that he had been waived.
For a former MVP player, it was practically a crushing blow to Rose's dignity.
But now, the Utah Jazz definitely regretted it.
Back then, they could never have imagined that Rose's retaliation would come so fiercely.
The game ended, 128–100. The Jazz, who had come in full of confidence and hoped to steal a win while Link was absent, instead suffered a crushing defeat at FedExForum.
The 28-point margin nailed the Jazz to the pillar of shame. They had wanted to end their losing streak against the Grizzlies, but all they could take away was a three-game losing streak.
Yet despite such a painful loss, every Jazz player still embraced and shook hands with Rose after the game.
Rose's performance had not only conquered the Memphis fans, but also his opponents.
This inspirational hero deserved everyone's respect.
Afterward, Rose was led to the center of the court by an ESPN sideline reporter. The arena lighting crew cooperated perfectly, shutting off most of the lights and leaving only a single spotlight shining down on Rose at center court.
The microphone used for Rose's interview was also connected directly to the arena sound system. Every word he said could be heard by every fan in the building.
For today's sideline interview, Rose was the sole protagonist.
Facing the cameras and the attention of the entire world, Rose choked up several times during the interview.
Being reborn at FedExForum—Rose himself probably had never expected he could do it.
When Link had called to invite him, he had been extremely surprised. Why would