Ja Morant names the Chicago Bulls hero hes inspired by, and its not Michael Jordan [Video]

Derrick Rose might have only lasted for a single year with the Memphis Grizzlies, but Ja Morant will always cherish the time and bond he managed to form with the former NBA superstar.

Morant showed his appreciation to Rose for implanting important career advice and showing him “how to become a man.”

“He spoke on some of the stuff he went through, and we shared similar stuff, you know, growing up and all,” Morant said. “So, it was surprising to see that. Obviously, watching a guy like that — guys said we have similarities in our game. Just to know that off the court we shared some of the same things with big time. How I carry myself now, and what I do around the organization.”

As it is, Rosewas once famously known as one of the best players in the world. At age 22, the Chicago Bulls icon instantly …