Derrick Rose, Chicago Bulls Playoff Debut (Image: Flickr)

Perhaps even more impressively, Rose was able to lead the Chicago Bulls to a overtime victory over the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics. Entering the overtime period tied at 97, the Bulls were able to win by a final score of 105-103.

Rose, who hit 12-of-19 field goals and all 12 of his free throw attempts, successfully outplayed Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo. Rondo led the Celtics with his 29 points, nine rebounds and seven assists.

Ben Gordon chipped in 20 points for the Bulls, while Paul Pierce poured in 23 points for Boston. Game 2 between these two teams will be on Monday at 7 PM EST.

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Derrick Rose Blossoms in First Playoff Game