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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