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Raptors to Retire Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 Jan. 10

8/27/2026

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Summary

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The Toronto Raptors will retire point guard Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 jersey after the Jan. 10 game versus the Philadelphia 76ers.
Lowry signed a one-day contract on July 7, 2026 to retire as a Raptor after 20 NBA seasons.
He becomes the second Raptors player, after Hall of Famer Vince Carter, to have his number retired.
Lowry holds the franchise’s all-time records for assists, steals and three-pointers made.

History

Historical Context

In 1994 the Chicago Bulls honored Michael Jordan by retiring his No. 23 jersey, cementing a league-wide practice of preserving iconic players’ legacies. Jordan’s 32,292 career points underscored the gesture’s significance. Following that precedent, the Toronto Raptors announced that they will retire Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 after the Jan. 10 game versus the Philadelphia 76ers, joining the Bulls and other franchises in the tradition.

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Story summary

The Toronto Raptors will retire point guard Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 jersey after the Jan. 10 game versus the Philadelphia 76ers.
Lowry signed a one-day contract on July 7, 2026 to retire as a Raptor after 20 NBA seasons.
He becomes the second Raptors player, after Hall of Famer Vince Carter, to have his number retired.
Lowry holds the franchise’s all-time records for assists, steals and three-pointers made.

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