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Derrick Rose to Be Released by Jazz After Being Acquired in Trade from Cavaliers

Alec NathanFeb 8, 2018

Derrick Rose will never see the floor as a member of the Utah Jazz.

According to the Salt Lake Tribune's Kyle Goon, general manager Dennis Lindsey confirmed Rose will be released and free to pursue a new opportunity after he was acquired Thursday in a three-way trade with the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are widely regarded as the favorites to sign Rose once he's a free agent.

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The New York Times' Marc Stein reported Thursday that Timberwolves head coach and president of basketball operations Tom Thibodeau "has interest in a reunion" with Rose following their days together with the Chicago Bulls.

Rose has been limited to 16 appearances so far this season because of a persistent ankle injury. In 19.3 minutes per game, he's averaged 9.8 points and 1.6 assists on 43.9 percent shooting from the field, including 25.0 percent from three.