Kyle Lowry retires as a Raptor, jersey retirement planned for next season
CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Kyle Lowry officially retired as a member of the Toronto Raptors on July 7, 2026, after 20 seasons in the NBA. The team will retire his No. 7 jersey next season, celebrating his impact with events including a charity golf tournament and a block party. During his nine years in Toronto, Lowry transformed the franchise, leading them to five consecutive 50-win seasons and an NBA championship. Toronto's mayor, Olivia Chow, proclaimed July 7 as 'Kyle Lowry Day', and team president Bobby Webster praised Lowry’s legacy as pivotal in the franchise's history.
- •Lowry signs a one-day contract to retire with Toronto.
- •His jersey retirement ceremony scheduled for next season.
- •Mayor Olivia Chow declares July 7 as 'Kyle Lowry Day'.
- •Lowry led the Raptors to an NBA championship in 2019.
- •Toronto plans several events to honor Lowry's impact.
- 11:20 PMCBS NBA — In Toronto, Kyle Lowry transformed himself and the Raptors franchise
"Lowry, who officially retired as a Raptor on Tuesday, is getting the send-off he deserves
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