On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Hall of Fame writer Sam Smith discusses his new book with Derrick Rose, “I’ll Show You”.

1:35 On the perception that Rose was misunderstood by the media and that he didn’t want to play

10:45 On Rose being a quiet introvert and getting him to open up for the book

17:20 Was Sam surprised on how open Rose was for the book?

22:45 On Rose being socially aware and what Sam learned about him

30:15 On Rose saying he did not want to be drafted by the Bulls on draft night after hearing a conversation between Gar Forman and BJ Armstrong

38:55 On the narrative that Rose didn’t want to recruit other stars to come play for the Bulls, and why Rose was upset with the Bulls organization

45:37 On Rose’s relationship with Joakim Noah and their friendship

50:05 Should the Bulls retire #1? Does Rose belong in the Hall of Fame?

55:15 On Rose’s love for chess

59:40 Sam on why the Bulls will surprise people this season

Ep. 201: Sam Smith on his new book with Derrick Rose, “I’ll Show You”