In a news conference following Game 2, the first thing Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose discussed was his six turnovers. He was disappointed with the way he carelessly took care of the ball and expected better of himself.
After Chicago captured a 2-0 series lead over Indiana — and Rose went off for 36 points, six assists, eight rebounds and two steals — the focus of the likely MVP was on how he could have played better.
While the Lakers search for someone to point the finger at for their Game 1 loss to the Hornets, Rose has no problem shouldering any blame for his team’s struggles at home against the No. 8 seed.
More than any other league, the NBA is filled with self-promoters — guys worried more about stat lines and passing the buck — so it’s refreshing to hear Rose’s comments.
The summer was consumed by “The Decision.” The regular season was filled with “Melo Drama.” Would it be too much to ask for the playoffs to be dominated by the humble youngster in Chicago?
