Article updated: 1/15/2013 9:14 PM

Bulls’ Rose getting closer to game action

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Bulls guard Derrick Rose works out with the team before Monday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks.

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As Tom Thibodeau described it, Derrick Rose is essentially one step away from returning to game action. How long this final step will take is anyone's guess. But it's probably safe to say this part of the recovery process requires some careful planning.