Rose to play in summer league with Thomas, Noah

 
Derrick Rose's Bulls career kicks off Thursday night as he and other young teammates prepare for summer-league action in Orlando, which begins July 7. It won't be a thrilling start for the No. 1 pick in the draft, but it will be important as rookie coach Vinny Del Negro becomes familiar with his players. Even a veteran like Tyrus Thomas will take part in the camp and summer league, as will Joakim Noah, who became a starter last season. [link]

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