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Toronto Raptors Kyle Lowry slips as he brings the ball upcourt against the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden, Sunday, April 11, 2021, in New York. Lowry says his family will play a large part in whether he ll remain with the Toronto Raptors next season. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rich Schultz/Pool Photo via AP May 18, 2021 - 11:25 AM
When asked about his highlight of a crazy NBA season, Kyle Lowry rattled off a laundry list of virtually every player on the Toronto Raptors and their high notes.
From all-star Pascal Siakam to newcomer Khem Birch to youngsters Malachi Flynn, Freddie Gillespie and Jalen Harris, Lowry had kind words for them all.
Toronto Raptor Kyle Lowry receives honorary doctorate from Nova Scotia university
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) talks to Houston Rockets guard John Wall (1) after an NBA basketball game Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. Lowry has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Nova Scotiaâs Acadia University. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Chris O Meara May 10, 2021 - 9:30 AM
WOLFVILLE, N.S. - Toronto Raptor Kyle Lowry congratulated students for navigating their studies through the COVID-19 pandemic as he received an honorary doctorate from Nova Scotiaâs Acadia University on Sunday.
Lowry, a point guard with the Raptors and an Olympic gold medallist, received the honorary doctorate of humanities during the university s virtual spring convocation. Although Lowry is from Philadelphia, Pa., he has referred to Canada as his adoptive country.
Dr. Lowry : Raptors Lowry receives honorary doctorate from Acadia
Point guard Kyle Lowry. (Michael Dwyer/AP) | May 10, 2021, 11:31 AM
May 10, 2021, 11:31 AM
WOLFVILLE, N.S. Toronto Raptor Kyle Lowry congratulated students for navigating their studies through the COVID-19 pandemic as he received an honorary doctorate from Nova Scotia s Acadia University on Sunday.
Lowry, a point guard with the Raptors and an Olympic gold medallist, received the honorary doctorate of humanities during the university s virtual spring convocation. Although Lowry is from Philadelphia, Pa., he has referred to Canada as his adoptive country.
He addressed Sunday s ceremony in a recorded video, during which he said he is honoured to receive the degree. He spoke about his upbringing in north Philadelphia, calling it one of the toughest places in America to grow up.
Mar 16, 2021
With the NBA s March 25 trade deadline rapidly approaching, teams still have plenty of moves to make before reaching the playoffs.
Numerous rumors have swirled over LaMarcus Aldridge s departure from the Spurs, questioning whether it will come via a buyout or trade. The veteran center is earning $24 million in the final year of his contract, and his defense and rebounding have slipped significantly compared to his early career. In 21 games, he is averaging 13.7 points and 4.5 rebounds per game both his lowest since his rookie season. Last week, Aldridge, 35, and San Antonio mutually agreed to part ways.
The Celtics and the Heat reportedly have shown an interest in acquiring Aldridge. However,