The Toronto Raptors will officially retire Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 jersey on January 10, making him only the second player in franchise history to receive the honor, according to reports from ESPN Deportes.
A Franchise Legend Honored at Scotiabank Arena
Kyle Lowry’s storied tenure with the Toronto Raptors is set to be cemented into the rafters. The franchise announced that the point guard’s No. 7 jersey will be raised during a home game against the Philadelphia 76ers—the final team Lowry played for. The tribute follows Vince Carter as the only other jersey retirement in franchise history.
According to reports detailing the announcement, the organization has planned a three-game celebration leading up to the main event. Special events and fan giveaways are scheduled for games against Minnesota on January 7 and Utah on January 8, culminating in the jersey retirement night against Philadelphia.
Three nights one legacy. 7️⃣
The GROAT’s got something special planned for y’all 👀
Lock in your seats for all three → https://t.co/AxuD3FDN6d pic.twitter.com/zgbmxyFfxX
— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) August 27, 2026
Reflecting on a Championship Era in Toronto
Via a statement provided by the franchise, Lowry shared his profound appreciation for the upcoming honor. «Llevo años esperando este momento», Lowry stated. «Siempre he dicho que Toronto es mi hogar, y ver mi número 7 colgado en el pabellón va a ser algo enorme. Juntos construimos algo verdaderamente extraordinario, involucrando tanto a mis compañeros y a la directiva como a los seguidores de toda la metrópoli y del país entero. Conquistamos el campeonato como un solo equipo, por lo que celebrar este momento junto a todos ellos y mis seres queridos significa muchísimo para mí».
The arrival of Lowry in 2013 reshaped the competitive trajectory of the Raptors. Prior to his arrival, the franchise had reached the playoffs just a handful of times and won only one postseason series. With Lowry orchestrating the offense, Toronto reached the postseason in seven consecutive seasons, advanced to the Conference Finals in 2016, and ultimately captured a ring.
Record-Setting Statistical Legacy
Lowry established himself at or near the top of nearly every major statistical category in franchise history. Records show that he is the Raptors’ all-time leader in three-pointers made, assists, steals, and triple-doubles, while ranking second in games played and total points.
His style of play, defensive toughness, and leadership earned him five All-Star selections and All-NBA honors. Before officially announcing his retirement from the league, Lowry signed a ceremonial one-day contract with Toronto to ensure he retired as a member of the Raptors.
What Comes Next for the Schedule
The Raptors will continue their regular-season campaign leading toward the January homestand, where fans will celebrate the career of the player regarded by the franchise as the greatest Raptor of all time.
