Kyle Lowry
Professional basketball player, NBA champion
Born
March 25th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player with a successful career in the NBA, played primarily as a point guard. Gained prominence with the Toronto Raptors, leading the team to its first-ever NBA Championship in 2019. Recognized as a six-time NBA All-Star and named to the All-NBA teams multiple times. Transitioned to play for the Miami Heat in 2021.
Led the Toronto Raptors to the NBA Championship in 2019
Selected as a six-time NBA All-Star
Named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2015 and 2021
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