Tubby Smith's resignation at Kentucky could have a significant effect on Simeon phenom Derrick Rose's future.

Memphis coach John Calipari is considered one of the top candidates for the Kentucky job.

Rose signed a national letter of intent with Memphis in November. He could ask to be released from his letter of intent if Calipari leaves, but those requests aren't always granted.

''I feel that if Calipari did leave that the university would show us respect and release Derrick from the letter of intent,'' said Reggie Rose, Derrick's brother.

According to Reggie Rose, Derrick's recruiting would be reopened if Calipari left Memphis.