Vinny Del Negro expects Derrick Rose to make vast improvements defensively during his second NBA season.
"Derrick has made better strides with his concentration, getting down in a defensive position and using his great athletic ability and strength," Del Negro said. "So that's been a big plus for us, pressure on the basketball."
The coaching staff may be using fear to help Rose focus on defense.
"Coach is trying to put it on me that in some games I'm going to have to guard Kobe (Bryant) or LeBron (James) for some possessions," Rose said. "I would love to, and if I get the opportunity I'm going to try my hardest to guard them."