Derrick Rose: I don't have fear. I know that I'm going to be fine

Derrick Rose said that he has never considered withdrawal from Team USA after Paul George’s serious leg injury.

Per CBS Chicago, “I don't have fear,” said Rose, who missed almost the entire 2013-'14 season with a right medial meniscus tear. “I have faith. I know that I'm going to be fine. I know I've busted my (butt) the entire two summers, two seasons getting back to where I am now. I'm just trying to keep it moving, stay positive every day, doing everything consistent.”
Likewise, the Bulls didn't give thought to Rose stepping away from Team USA, Thibodeau said. The last time Rose played in such an event, in 2010, he followed with an MVP season.
“No, not really,” Thibodeau replied when asked if George's injury gave him pause to Rose's status. “And you hate to see anyone get hurt. That's the unfortunate part of the game. Injuries are part of the game and could happen anywhere. From Derrick's standpoint, we think there are a lot of positives to him participating.”