NBA 2018-19: The best individual performances of the season so far

3) Derrick Rose's emotional personal best - 50 points for the first time in his career

Derrick Rose scores 50 points

If Blake Griffin setting a career-high in scoring as a member of the Pistons isn't weird enough for you, how about Derrick Rose scoring 50 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves?

Rose became the youngest MVP in league history and the only Chicago Bull not named Michael Jordan to win the award. If injuries had never restricted Rose, then the last six years almost certainly would have been filled with MVPs and championships for him. Sport isn't that kind, however, and Rose's last six years have been nothing but an injury narrative and a 'what if' story.

Rose set his new career-high 50 points on 19/31 shooting along with four rebounds and six assists in a win over the Jazz.

Seeing a glimpse of the potential Derrick Rose once possessed left a feeling of pure elation among basketball fans. Rose was always public and transparent with his progress and open with his struggles when he faced years of constant injury rehab and being forced to just watch games rather than play.

The emotion in Rose's face, the smiles on his teammates, and the outpouring of love and support on social media showed just how important this performance was; it was more than just a big game, it was a never-give-up story.

This may not quite be the best performance of the year, but it may end up being the most unforgettable as it is a hallmark moment in the career of an MVP.