Sidney Lowe

Basketball player and coach, NCAA champion

Sidney Lowe - Basketball player and coach, NCAA champion
Born

January 21st, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played collegiate basketball at North Carolina State University, contributing to the team's NCAA championship in 1983. Entered the NBA, selected by the Detroit Pistons, and played for several teams including the Portland Trail Blazers and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach at various institutions, including North Carolina State University and the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves. Contributed to the development of players and teams through coaching roles.

Winning the NCAA Championship in 1983

Playing for the Detroit Pistons

Coaching at North Carolina State University

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