Tom Thibodeau: 'Derrick Rose's confidence is growing'

Tom Thibodeau has said that Derrick Rose's confidence is growing as he continues his comeback from knee injury.

The Chicago Bulls point guard, who missed all of last season while recovering from knee surgery, led the team with 19 points in last night's 97-87 defeat to the Denver Nuggets.

The head coach told reporters: "I thought he had a great first half. Attacking, just great, quick, explosive moves. Great plays, terrific defense.

"It's coming. You can see it. His confidence is growing, he's playing better and better. Our team has to play better."

The Bulls sit third in the Eastern Conference.