Kyle Lowry makes good on a promise: He signs with the Raptors so he can retire
Summary
Kyle Lowry signed a one-day contract with the Toronto Raptors to retire as a member of the team. Lowry, who played 20 seasons in the NBA and helped the Raptors win the 2019 championship, announced his retirement from Toronto, the city he considers home.Key Facts
- Lowry played 20 seasons in the NBA, one of only two point guards to reach this milestone.
- He was a key player for the Toronto Raptors and won the 2019 NBA championship with them.
- Lowry signed a ceremonial one-day contract to retire officially as a Raptor.
- He wore the No. 7 jersey with the Raptors and announced his retirement on July 7 (7/7).
- Lowry is a six-time NBA All-Star, all while playing for the Raptors.
- He won an Olympic gold medal with the USA in 2016.
- Before retiring, Lowry played briefly for the Philadelphia 76ers, his hometown team.
- Lowry was the 24th pick in the 2006 NBA draft and also played for Memphis, Houston, and Miami.
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