Kyle Lowry has not played for the Toronto Raptors since 2021, yet he ranks near the top of franchise history in games played, assists, steals, and points. He was a key contributor to the Raptors’ 2019 championship run, producing strong playoff averages across scoring, rebounding, playmaking, and defense. Lowry left Toronto in a sign-and-trade deal to the Miami Heat, and the Raptors later moved on from other championship-era players to retool around Scottie Barnes. The Raptors returned to the playoffs, but they are still not viewed as true contenders. Lowry praised Barnes, Jamal Shead, and head coach Darko Rajakovic, saying the organization is in a strong position. Barnes has become an All-Star and All-NBA-level player and is building his place among franchise greats, ranking highly in multiple statistical categories and triple-doubles.
"With the Raptors now led by Scottie Barnes, Lowry said 'the future is bright' in Toronto. 'These guys have a good thing going,' he said, offering up praise for Barnes, Jamal Shead and head coach Darko Rajakovic. 'This organization is in a great place right now,' Daniell wrote."
"Kyle Lowry hasn't played for the Toronto Raptors since 2021, but he still ranks second in games played, first in assists and steals, and second in points in franchise history. He was an integral part of the Raptors' championship run in 2019, averaging 15 points, 4.9 rebounds, 6.6 assists, and 1.3 steals per game in the playoffs."
"The expectations for Scottie Barnes and his Raptors tenure are high. He was, after all, the organization's highest draft pick since Andrea Bargnani in 2006 and has grown into an All-Star and All-NBA-level player. The front office may bring in another big-time star to help him out, but the Raptors will go as far as Barnes can take them as a do-it-all star on both ends of the floor."
"He currently ranks tenth in minutes played, seventh in field goals, tenth in free throws, sixth in offensive and defensive rebounds, seventh in blocks, sixth in assists, eighth in points, and second in triple-doubles. Given that the"
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