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Derrick Rose announced his retirement today. The youngest MVP in NBA history has called it a career after 15 seasons with the Bulls, Knicks, Cavaliers, Timberwolves, Pistons, and Grizzlies.

The only thing that may have surpassed his athleticism is his name. But does he have the best botanical name in sports? Let’s dig in.

Basil McRae – played 18 seasons in the NHL, recording 52 goals and 83 assists.

Bud Adams – former owner of the Tennessee Titans.

Jasmine Jones – fourth place finisher in the 2024 Olympic 400 meter hurdles.

Ted Lilly – won 130 games, career ERA of 4.14.

Clover – the 2024 NBA champion Boston Celtics.

The Masters Azaleas – beautiful.

Pretty clear cut here. The seeds of interest have lead us down this interesting road, but our opinion here is pretty deep rooted. Derrick Rose is one of the greatest “what ifs” stories in sports, but we won’t make this blog too sappy. So, we wish a happy retirement to Pooh.