2015 NBA scores: Derrick Rose lives on and 3 other things we learned Thursday …

Derrick Rose made a statement on Thursday, logging 29 points, five rebounds and seven assists against the Thunder while taking over the fourth quarter to lead the Bulls to a 104-98 win. He outplayed Russell Westbrook 

1106-main-derrick-rose-kaeya-instagram-01 A former "Shark Tank" contestant closed a BRAND NEW DEAL — but it wasn't with Mark or Lori or Mr. Wonderful — she made it happen with NBA superstar Derrick Rose.

It's been nearly 5 years since D-Rose and Westbrook have faced off against each other, and this time, Rose got the better of matchup. Rose scored 29 points, including 12 in the final quarter of a 104-98 Chicago win. Westbrook, of course, filled the

Derrick Rose scored 10 straight points down the stretch to lead the Bulls over the Thunder. In the nightcap on TNT, the Trail Blazers cruised to a 115-96 win at home over the Grizzlies.

Every time we see Derrick Rose sweep that wicked crossover past a defender, explode for several athletic layups in a quarter or even lead the Bulls to victory with a clutch fourth quarter, there's a tendency to immediately start comparing him to the