Derrick Rose, not only exemplifies admirable character on the court, but also off the court.

The 3-time NBA All-Star has offered to pay for the funeral cost of 6-month-old murder victim Jonylah Watkins, Rev. Corey Brooks of New Beginnings Church told ABC 7 Chicago.

Tensions flared during the home going service of an 18-year-old slain Chicago rapper who was gunned down Tuesday, Sept. 4.