Derrick Rose (knee) is hoping to be cleared for contact either "this week or next week," Nick Friedell of ESPN Chicago reports.

Rose (knee) is hoping to be cleared for contact either "this week or next week," Nick Friedell of ESPN Chicago reports.

Analysis:

Rose was diagnosed with a medial meniscus tear in his right knee Feb. 24, carrying a 4-to-6 week timetable with it. He was reportedly closing in on clearance for contact, and now is putting a hopeful timetable for that as this week or next.