12 Jan 11 Derrick Rose Makes Eastern Conference All-Star Team

Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesYahoo Sports is reporting that ChicagoBulls guard Derrick Rose has been named a reserve on the Eastern Conference All-Star team. The game will be played in the new Cowboys' Stadium in Dallas, TX on Feb. 14.On Wednesday, Rose was named to the Sophomore team in the Rookie Challenge; Taj Gibson will represent the Bulls on the Rookie squad.After beginning the season with injury issues, Rose has been dominant of late. The 2008-09 NBA Rookie of the Year is averaging 19.8 points, 5.9 assists and 3.8 Reebok Baltimore Ravens #27 Ray Rice Realtree camo Jersey
rebounds per game.According to Yahoo's report, Bulls center Joakim Noah will be left off the roster despite being among the league leaders in rebounds and blocked shots. The selection of Rose continues theelevation of the Simeon product into the league's elite point guards.For more Chicago sports coverage, check out Tab's blog on ChicagoNow: Daily Chicago Sports Tab!