The Derrick Rose era in Detroit is approaching a resolution, as the two sides work to resolve their future.
The New York Knicks are engaged in active talks to acquire the Pistons guard, a move that would bring together the former MVP of the league with head coach Tom Thibodeau, sources for The Athletic say.
The Pistons and Rose mutually agreed that a deal would be best for both parties, according to sources. Although there is a great deal of respect for each other, the Reconstruction Pistons intend to increase the use of their young players as the season progresses, according to these sources. Meanwhile, Rose continued to show on the floor that he could improve a team that is fighting for the title or playoffs.
Sources say the Pistons have received interest in Rose from several teams. He hasn’t played against the Golden State Warriors since Jan. 30. Since then, the Denver Pistons game on Monday has been postponed due to health and safety protocols, and Rose then stayed three …