Derrick Rose and Blake Griffin closely contested MVP and Rookie honors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 1:23 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Derrick Rose and Blake Griffin emblematize a rare achievement in NBA history, with Rose winning MVP in 2011 while being 187 days older than Griffin, who claimed the Rookie of the Year award. This marks the second closest instance after Bill Russell's MVP win and Woody Sauldsberry's Rookie win in 1958, which had 149 days between them. The context of these awards highlights the historical significance of player performances in the league. As this story evolves, further insights into award voting may emerge.
- •Derrick Rose won MVP in 2011, 187 days older than Rookie of the Year Blake Griffin.
- •Previous close instance was Bill Russell's MVP win, 149 days apart from Rookie Woody Sauldsberry.
- •Both events reflect significant moments in NBA award history.
- •This year's awards add to the historical narrative of player achievements.
- 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — The next closest instance came much more recently, in …
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