How Does Derrick Rose ACL Injury Affect The NBA Playoffs

Late in the 4th quarter as Derrick Rose went down in pain untouched, their was a possibly the 2012 NBA Playoffs could change. Chicago the Eastern Conference number one seed, defeated Philadelphia the Eastern Conference number eight seed. Rose was in the game lead as Chicago was leading by double digits, moments away from a 1-0 series lead in round one. After the game an MRI confirmed Rose had a torn ACL, done for the playoffs. The reigning MVP missed several games this season due to many injuries. Along with Miami, Chicago was a favorite to come out the Eastern Conference. Will Philadelphia be able to capitalize on the Rose injury the remainder of the series ? Even if the Bulls advance can they still represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA Finals ? The next few weeks several questions will be answered. Hopefully whenever Rose returns during the 2012-13 NBA season, he won't lose any of the speed that makes him the special player that he is. The injury is truly unfortunate for Rose, the city of Chicago, the Bulls organization and the NBA.