The Toronto Raptors are fresh off a clean sweep of the Brooklyn Nets [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/brooklyn-nets/] in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. This was the 2-7 matchup in the East. The Raptors have lost only one game since entering the bubble, the best record amongst all active teams. A huge part of this success is drawn from the cohesive team unit that the Raptors are. They don’t have a clear number one star, however, they do have a deep bench and talent spread across positions. The tone for the team is set by veteran point guard Kyle Lowry, the oldest active player on the roster. Lowry was crucial to the Raptors title run last season and has taken more responsibility alongside Pascal Siakam now that Kawhi is gone. However, the Raptors may miss him in their crucial playoff matchup with the Boston Celtics [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/]. Shams Charania of The Athletic has reported that Lowry has a left ankle sprain. TORONTO RAPTORS DOING IT WITHOUT LOWRY? Toronto Raptors [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/w640xh480_GettyImages-1203406676.jpg] Considering how a few games of the playoff round one are still left, we can assume that Lowry recovers from the sprain in time for the series against Boston. We just saw Luka Doncic [http://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-orlando-bubble-dallas-mavericks-luka-doncic-joins-lebron-james-and-magic-johnson-for-impressive-playoff-feat-los-angeles-lakers-la-clippers/] have a two-day turn around on a very serious looking ankle sprain. Not to compare the health of a 21-year old with a 34-year old, but Lowry could recover in time for the series if needed. The Raptors have the depth to play without Lowry though. Fred VanVleet is a talented combo-guard that can step in at the point. Norman Powell moves to the starting lineup and forms the backcourt for the Raptors. The Raptors could go for any number of combinations, but it wouldn’t be the same as having Lowry’s veteran leadership on the court. The team may be full of former champions, but Lowry is the leader. The Raptors must tread carefully. Lowry has averaged [https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/l/lowryky01/gamelog-playoffs/#87-90-sum:pgl_basic_playoffs] a low 12.5 points in the playoffs, but the Raptors still comfortably swept the Nets. Hopefully, this injury allows Lowry to bounce back and show why the Raptors need him. His patient ball-handling is an underrated key to success for the Raptors. 

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The 2020 <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> Playoffs will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Due to the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, there will be no fans in attendance for the entire playoff series.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-344955" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200817235157/EYxJVM-XgAMyNUR-1.jpg" alt="" width="1200" height="675" />

However, there will be no changes made to the tournament structure. This year’s postseason format is the same as that of the 2019 Playoffs or any other year since the tournament’s inception. The significant difference is that there will be no fans and every team will play in a neutral venue.
<h2>The teams that have qualified for the 2020 NBA Playoffs</h2>
Qualifying for the postseason is a difficult task. 30 teams from both conferences play out 82 games in a stretch during the regular season. But this year has been a unique experience. No team got to complete their original schedule as the pandemic caused chaos and urged the NBA to take a four and a half month hiatus.

However, the league managed to organize a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/orlando-bubble/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">massive bubble</a>, in which each invited team played eight seeding games to determine the playoff table. With all regular-season games done and dusted, eight best teams from each conference have made their entry into the 2020 NBA playoff bracket.
<h2>Eastern Conference</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><b>Seed</b></td>
<td><b>Team </b></td>
<td><b>Record</b></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">1</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/milwaukee-bucks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Milwaukee Bucks </span></a></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">56-17</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">2</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Toronto Raptors </span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">53-19</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">3 </span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boston Celtics</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">48-24</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">4</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Indiana Pacers</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">45-28</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">5</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Heat</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">44-29</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">6</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Philadelphia 76ers</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">43-30</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">7 </span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Brooklyn Nets</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">35-37</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">8</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Orlando Magic</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">33-40</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Western Conference</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><b>Seed</b></td>
<td><b>Team </b></td>
<td><b>Record</b></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">1</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> </span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">52-19</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">2</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">LA Clippers</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">49-23</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">3</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Denver Nuggets</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">46-27</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">4</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Houston Rockets</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">44-28</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">5</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oklahoma City Thunder</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">44-28</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">6</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Utah Jazz</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">44-28</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">7</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dallas Mavericks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">43-32</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">8</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">Portland Trail Blazers</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400;">35-39</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>2020 NBA Playoffs Schedule and how it works</h2>
This year’s playoff structure is no different than any other year. Barring the fact that the players will be competing for the championship inside a closed bubble, everything else is the same. The teams will be following the same format, playing out a best-of-seven series to determine the winner of each playoff round.

There are a few teams in contention for lifting the championship this year. But one thing is for certain. This is a game that we’ve never before experienced. We really can't predict the outcome this year. The bubble, the lack of fans, and the number of restrictions in place. Here is a photograph of the playoff bracket:

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The 2020 NBA Playoffs schedule is always a jam-packed one. This year is no different as well. The schedule is commencing on August 17 and we can expect to see the conference finals kicking off by September 15. The tentative date for the 2020 NBA Finals is September 30 and is expected to stretch no longer than October 13.

<strong>Where to watch the 2020 NBA Playoffs?</strong>

<strong>TV:</strong> ESPN, TNT, ABC, <a href="https://watch.nba.com/channel/nbatvlive?ls=leaguepass:nbacom:watch:nbatv:rd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA TV</a>

<strong>Stream:</strong> Watch ESPN, Watch TNT, <a href="https://watch.nba.com/packages?ls=leaguepass:nbacom:packages:rd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA League Pass</a>

ESPN and TNT dominate the TV broadcast schedules as expected. These two networks enjoy a major share of the first-round and second-round games. But, the TV broadcast doesn’t end with these two networks. ABC also has the right to broadcast a small portion of the first and second-round games.

The conference finals’ broadcasting rights are split between ESPN and TNT. The Eastern Conference Finals will exclusively be televised by ESPN, while TNT holds the rights for the Western Conference finals.

ABC Network has once again gained the rights to broadcast the 2020 NBA Finals. Every game during the finals series will be shown exclusively on ABC.

2020 NBA Playoffs

The 2020 NBA Playoffs will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Due to the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, there will be no fans in attendance for the entire playoff series. However, there will be no changes made to the tournament structure. This year’s postseason format is the same as that of the 2019 Playoffs or any other year since the tournament’s inception. The significant difference is that there will be no fans and every team will play in a neutral venue. The teams that have qualified for the 2020 NBA Playoffs Qualifying for the postseason is a difficult task. 30 teams from both conferences play out 82 games in a stretch during the regular season. But this year has been a unique experience. No team got to complete their original schedule as the pandemic caused chaos and urged the NBA to take a four and a half month hiatus. However, the league managed to organize a massive bubble, in which each invited team played eight seeding games to determine the playoff table. With all regular-season games done and dusted, eight best teams from each conference have made their entry into the 2020 NBA playoff bracket. Eastern Conference  Seed Team  Record  1 Milwaukee Bucks  56-17  2 Toronto Raptors  53-19  3  Boston Celtics 48-24  4 Indiana Pacers 45-28  5 Miami Heat 44-29  6 Philadelphia 76ers 43-30  7  Brooklyn Nets 35-37  8 Orlando Magic 33-40  Western Conference  Seed Team  Record  1 Los Angeles Lakers  52-19  2 LA Clippers 49-23  3 Denver Nuggets 46-27  4 Houston Rockets 44-28  5 Oklahoma City Thunder 44-28  6 Utah Jazz 44-28  7 Dallas Mavericks 43-32  8 Portland Trail Blazers 35-39  2020 NBA Playoffs Schedule and how it works This year’s playoff structure is no different than any other year. Barring the fact that the players will be competing for the championship inside a closed bubble, everything else is the same. The teams will be following the same format, playing out a best-of-seven series to determine the winner of each playoff round. There are a few teams in contention for lifting the championship this year. But one thing is for certain. This is a game that we’ve never before experienced. We really can&#8217;t predict the outcome this year. The bubble, the lack of fans, and the number of restrictions in place. Here is a photograph of the playoff bracket: The 2020 NBA Playoffs schedule is always a jam-packed one. This year is no different as well. The schedule is commencing on August 17 and we can expect to see the conference finals kicking off by September 15. The tentative date for the 2020 NBA Finals is September 30 and is expected to stretch no longer than October 13. Where to watch the 2020 NBA Playoffs? TV: ESPN, TNT, ABC, NBA TV Stream: Watch ESPN, Watch TNT, NBA League Pass ESPN and TNT dominate the TV broadcast schedules as expected. These two networks enjoy a major share of the first-round and second-round games. But, the TV broadcast doesn’t end with these two networks. ABC also has the right to broadcast a small portion of the first and second-round games. The conference finals’ broadcasting rights are split between ESPN and TNT. The Eastern Conference Finals will exclusively be televised by ESPN, while TNT holds the rights for the Western Conference finals. ABC Network has once again gained the rights to broadcast the 2020 NBA Finals. Every game during the finals series will be shown exclusively on ABC.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Kyle Lowry 2021: Net worth, salary, and endorsements</strong></h2>
Kyle Terrell Lowry is one of the most versatile point guards in the league and plays for the Eastern Conference juggernauts Miami Heat. While many 0f his peer have slotted in as role players in other teams, Lowry has been among the few who has continued to do it all in the point guard position despite being a veteran.

[caption id="attachment_823453" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-823453" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-11T032627Z_1831775805_MT1USATODAY17134846_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) moves to the basket ahead of Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley (20) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Starting off his career with the Villanova Wildcats roster, Lowry in his very first year with the team wasn't that big of a star rather, served as a great role player for the team.

Coming off of the bench, the 6'0" feet guard showcased his talents as a floor general and was capable of working on the defensive end with steals and rebounds. His impressive first season earned him a starting spot in the team.

The guard certainly didn't let go off the wonderful opportunity and established himself  as one of the top guards of the draft class. But size was still a big issue for teams in the NBA. While Lowry was touted to become a lottery pick, he slipped down all the way down to 24th and was picked by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2006 draft.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Kyle Lowry with Memphis Grizzlies</strong></h2>
While Lowry was touted to be a decent point guard, he was drafted by a Grizzlies team which already had a set of underrated stars like Pau Gasol and Mike Miller. With guards like Chucky Atkins and Damon Stoudamire up in the pecking order, Lowry was a mere fringe player for the team.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-825761" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Kyle-Lowry-Grizzlies.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="337" />

But his role certainly got an upgrade in his second season. Coming off of the bench, it looked like Lowry was finally delivering on the promise he had shown in his college. But all of it came crashing down in the third season.

With the arrival of another new guard in Mike Conley, the Grizzlies knew that they had to let go off some players. With a diminished role and Conley stepping up as the go-to guard, a new destination awaited the then 22-year-old.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry with Houston Rockets</h2>
In the middle of the 2008-09 season, the Grizzlies traded off Lowry to the Rockets in a three-team deal. But of change of scenery was not enough for the young guard. With veteran Rafer Alston taking the starting role, Lowry continued to be a role player for the team.

In his second season with the Rockets, Lowry's minutes also ballooned and the guard settled in as the go-to rotational point guard for the team. His true jump, though, came in the 2010-11  season. Taking the reins as the starting point guard for the team, the 6-time All-Star flourished.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-825760" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Kyle-Lowry-Rockets.jpg" alt="" width="1400" height="1050" />

With a great leap in his stats and his overall play, Lowry truly solidified his status as a capable point guard in the NBA. With a solid average of 13.8 points, 6.6 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game, these two seasons truly showed what Lowry was capable of.

But the guard wasn't pleased with the Rockets and was yet again on the move, this time to the Toronto Raptors in <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1248556-toronto-raptors-team-acquires-kyle-lowry-from-the-houston-rockets#:~:text=According%20to%20Marc%20Stein%20of,a%20protected%20first%2Dround%20pick." target="_blank" rel="noopener">exchange</a> for a protected first-round pick and Gary Forbes. This move would turn out to be the game changer for Lowry, as he became a superstar guard soon after.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry with Toronto Raptors</h2>
While his initial trade to the Rockets was a step back in his first season, Lowry suffered a slight slump in Toronto as well. Starting off in a new team, Lowry struggled a bit to adjust to his newer surroundings. But time certainly was the key factor.

In his second season with the Raptors, his partnership with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/demar-derozan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DeMar DeRozan</a> really flourished and Lowry put up career high stats all over the board. This made the Raptors a great up-and-coming team in the Eastern Conference and the improvement was also visible in their record as well.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-100448" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/14784891660_e6bde38cd2_o.jpg" alt="" width="620" height="504" />

Ever since the 2014-15 season, Lowry's numbers saw a new high as he, unlike many others, was a late bloomer and was clearly a superstar guard by the 2015-16 season. His incredible form and improvement certainly was recognised by the league as he started racking up All-Star appearances by now.

Constantly averaging over 15 points with decent efficiency and an incredible passing range, Lowry and DeRozan were the lead duo in the league. While the team started to dominate the regular season, playoff success was hard to come by. After multiple upsets in the post-season, the Raptors made a massive trade and decided to break the iconic Raptors duo of DeRozan and Lowry.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-124203" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/486173711-demar-derozan-and-kyle-lowry-of-the-toronto-raptors.jpg.CROP_.promo-xlarge2.jpg" alt="" width="1180" height="842" />

While Lowry was heartbroken with his brother's departure from the team, the arrival of <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kawhi-leonard/">Kawhi Leonard</a> meant that the Raptors had a real chance to be considered a contender yet again. The gamble certainly worked as the Raptors became the 2019 NBA champions and Lowry was a key member in the run.

While many expected that the Raptors would look to full-blown rebuild with Kawhi's departure, Lowry and Co. were impressive in the 2019-20 season as well, making a deep playoff run. But the 2020-21 season was another story. This time, the team in a very long time hit a new low.

[caption id="attachment_547451" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-547451" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210210235649/2021-02-06T032119Z_224226370_MT1USATODAY15536058_RTRMADP_3_NBA-TORONTO-RAPTORS-AT-BROOKLYN-NETS.jpg" alt="Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry" width="1920" height="1280" /> Feb 5, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (7) reacts after hitting a three point shot against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

While he stuck around with the Raptors for the season, it looked imminent that Lowry might move in search of a second ring. While many contenders were eying a move for the veteran guard, Lowry chose to stay in the Eastern Conference and chose former Eastern Conference champions Miami Heat.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry with Miami Heat</h2>
In the veteran guard, Miami certainly found all the solutions to their problem. Previously, they had relied on Kendrick Nunn and Goran Dragic as their preferred point guards, but none of them were as reliable as Lowry, who is much well-rounded guard.

[caption id="attachment_809773" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-809773" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-28T020633Z_2081506335_MT1USATODAY17040565_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-BROOKLYN-NETS.jpg" alt="James Harden of Brooklyn Nets" width="1920" height="1280" /> Oct 27, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) controls the ball against Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

His move to the Heat now looks like a great deal as the team now looks like a juggernaut in the East with hard-nosed defending supported by some electrifying scorers. While Lowry is not the star point guard he once was, he might serve as a great presence for players like Tyler Herro.

The Heat currently are looking like a unit on both sides of the floor and have a decent record of 7 wins and 5 losses. While this is just the start of the season, it won't be a surprise if Lowry ends up contending for the second title this season.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">6x NBA All-Star (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)</p>
<p style="text-align: center">NBA Champion (2019)</p>
<p style="text-align: center">1x Olympic Champion (2016)</p>
<p style="text-align: center">2005-06 All-Big East</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Big East All-Freshman</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry stats</h2>
In the 971 regular season games he has played in the 16 campaigns so far, Kyle Lowry has <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/l/lowryky01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averaged</a> a decent 14.8 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.4 rebounds per game.

In the current season with the Miami Heat, Lowry has been averaging 12.1 points, 7.3 assists, and 5.1 rebounds per game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry contract 2021</h2>
After his four-year deal worth $123 million expired with the Toronto, Lowry recently signed another three-year <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/miami-heat/kyle-lowry-2536/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contract</a> worth a whopping $85 million which says a lot about the value of a veteran like Lowry.

In the 2021-22  season, Lowry is set to earn nearly $27 million, which is set to increase to $28 million for the next season.

[caption id="attachment_823587" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-823587" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-11T052925Z_1036569087_MT1USATODAY17135648_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Lakers Russell Westbrook vs Miami Heat" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) moves to the basket against Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) and center Bam Adebayo (13) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry's net worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/kyle-lowry-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, the Miami Heat guard has an estimated net worth of $55 million.Furthermore, <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/kyle-lowry/?sh=12f79d9a7f49" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a> also states that the 6-time All-Star made a total of $28.5 M in 2021, which adds to his total value.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry endorsements</h2>
According to <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/kyle-lowry/?sh=12f79d9a7f49" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a>, Middleton is the 50th-best paid athlete in the world. Although his in-game earnings make up the majority of his earnings, he does have endorsements from some big names in the industry with the likes of Adidas, Axe, Sony, NBA2K to name a few making up his $1.5 million off of endorsements.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyle Lowry charity</h2>
Lowry has been one of the most active members in the community. Founding the <a href="http://www.lowrylovefoundation.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lowry Love Foundation</a>, the veteran guard often is among the first to lend a helping hand for the needy. Be it donating food, clothing or even playing in charity games, Lowry has done it all.

Moreover, back in 2018, the 6-time All-Star donated a whopping <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/sports/basketball/nba/kyle-lowry-villanova-donation-1.4487345" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$1 million</a> to his alma mater Villanova.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>How to contact Kyle Lowry?</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Khris Middleton's Instagram</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kyle_lowry7/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/kyle_lowry7/?hl=en</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Khris Middleton's Twitter</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><a href="https://twitter.com/Klow7?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://twitter.com/Klow7?s=20</a></p>

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<td><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td>36</td>
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<td><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td><strong>Girlfriend</strong></td>
<td>Ayahna Cornish-Lowry</td>
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<td><strong>Children</strong></td>
<td>2</td>
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<td><strong>NBA Championship Rings</strong></td>
<td>1 (2019)</td>
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<td><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td>American</td>
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<td><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td>6' 0" (1.82 m)</td>
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<td><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td>88 kg</td>
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<td><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td>Adidas, Axe, Sony, NBA2K</td>
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<td><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td>1.88 metres</td>
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Kyle Lowry

Kyle Lowry 2021: Net worth, salary, and endorsements Kyle Terrell Lowry is one of the most versatile point guards in the league and plays for the Eastern Conference juggernauts Miami Heat. While many 0f his peer have slotted in as role players in other teams, Lowry has been among the few who has continued to do it all in the point guard position despite being a veteran. Nov 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) moves to the basket ahead of Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley (20) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Starting off his career with the Villanova Wildcats roster, Lowry in his very first year with the team wasn&#8217;t that big of a star rather, served as a great role player for the team. Coming off of the bench, the 6&#8217;0&#8243; feet guard showcased his talents as a floor general and was capable of working on the defensive end with steals and rebounds. His impressive first season earned him a starting spot in the team. The guard certainly didn&#8217;t let go off the wonderful opportunity and established himself  as one of the top guards of the draft class. But size was still a big issue for teams in the NBA. While Lowry was touted to become a lottery pick, he slipped down all the way down to 24th and was picked by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2006 draft. Kyle Lowry with Memphis Grizzlies While Lowry was touted to be a decent point guard, he was drafted by a Grizzlies team which already had a set of underrated stars like Pau Gasol and Mike Miller. With guards like Chucky Atkins and Damon Stoudamire up in the pecking order, Lowry was a mere fringe player for the team. But his role certainly got an upgrade in his second season. Coming off of the bench, it looked like Lowry was finally delivering on the promise he had shown in his college. But all of it came crashing down in the third season. With the arrival of another new guard in Mike Conley, the Grizzlies knew that they had to let go off some players. With a diminished role and Conley stepping up as the go-to guard, a new destination awaited the then 22-year-old. Kyle Lowry with Houston Rockets In the middle of the 2008-09 season, the Grizzlies traded off Lowry to the Rockets in a three-team deal. But of change of scenery was not enough for the young guard. With veteran Rafer Alston taking the starting role, Lowry continued to be a role player for the team. In his second season with the Rockets, Lowry&#8217;s minutes also ballooned and the guard settled in as the go-to rotational point guard for the team. His true jump, though, came in the 2010-11  season. Taking the reins as the starting point guard for the team, the 6-time All-Star flourished. With a great leap in his stats and his overall play, Lowry truly solidified his status as a capable point guard in the NBA. With a solid average of 13.8 points, 6.6 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game, these two seasons truly showed what Lowry was capable of. But the guard wasn&#8217;t pleased with the Rockets and was yet again on the move, this time to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for a protected first-round pick and Gary Forbes. This move would turn out to be the game changer for Lowry, as he became a superstar guard soon after. Kyle Lowry with Toronto Raptors While his initial trade to the Rockets was a step back in his first season, Lowry suffered a slight slump in Toronto as well. Starting off in a new team, Lowry struggled a bit to adjust to his newer surroundings. But time certainly was the key factor. In his second season with the Raptors, his partnership with DeMar DeRozan really flourished and Lowry put up career high stats all over the board. This made the Raptors a great up-and-coming team in the Eastern Conference and the improvement was also visible in their record as well. Ever since the 2014-15 season, Lowry&#8217;s numbers saw a new high as he, unlike many others, was a late bloomer and was clearly a superstar guard by the 2015-16 season. His incredible form and improvement certainly was recognised by the league as he started racking up All-Star appearances by now. Constantly averaging over 15 points with decent efficiency and an incredible passing range, Lowry and DeRozan were the lead duo in the league. While the team started to dominate the regular season, playoff success was hard to come by. After multiple upsets in the post-season, the Raptors made a massive trade and decided to break the iconic Raptors duo of DeRozan and Lowry. While Lowry was heartbroken with his brother&#8217;s departure from the team, the arrival of Kawhi Leonard meant that the Raptors had a real chance to be considered a contender yet again. The gamble certainly worked as the Raptors became the 2019 NBA champions and Lowry was a key member in the run. While many expected that the Raptors would look to full-blown rebuild with Kawhi&#8217;s departure, Lowry and Co. were impressive in the 2019-20 season as well, making a deep playoff run. But the 2020-21 season was another story. This time, the team in a very long time hit a new low. Feb 5, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (7) reacts after hitting a three point shot against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports While he stuck around with the Raptors for the season, it looked imminent that Lowry might move in search of a second ring. While many contenders were eying a move for the veteran guard, Lowry chose to stay in the Eastern Conference and chose former Eastern Conference champions Miami Heat. Kyle Lowry with Miami Heat In the veteran guard, Miami certainly found all the solutions to their problem. Previously, they had relied on Kendrick Nunn and Goran Dragic as their preferred point guards, but none of them were as reliable as Lowry, who is much well-rounded guard. Oct 27, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) controls the ball against Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports His move to the Heat now looks like a great deal as the team now looks like a juggernaut in the East with hard-nosed defending supported by some electrifying scorers. While Lowry is not the star point guard he once was, he might serve as a great presence for players like Tyler Herro. The Heat currently are looking like a unit on both sides of the floor and have a decent record of 7 wins and 5 losses. While this is just the start of the season, it won&#8217;t be a surprise if Lowry ends up contending for the second title this season. Major Achievements 6x NBA All-Star (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020) NBA Champion (2019) 1x Olympic Champion (2016) 2005-06 All-Big East Big East All-Freshman Kyle Lowry stats In the 971 regular season games he has played in the 16 campaigns so far, Kyle Lowry has averaged a decent 14.8 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.4 rebounds per game. In the current season with the Miami Heat, Lowry has been averaging 12.1 points, 7.3 assists, and 5.1 rebounds per game. Kyle Lowry contract 2021 After his four-year deal worth $123 million expired with the Toronto, Lowry recently signed another three-year contract worth a whopping $85 million which says a lot about the value of a veteran like Lowry. In the 2021-22  season, Lowry is set to earn nearly $27 million, which is set to increase to $28 million for the next season. Nov 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) moves to the basket against Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) and center Bam Adebayo (13) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Lowry&#8217;s net worth According to Celebrity Net Worth, the Miami Heat guard has an estimated net worth of $55 million.Furthermore, Forbes also states that the 6-time All-Star made a total of $28.5 M in 2021, which adds to his total value. Kyle Lowry endorsements According to Forbes, Middleton is the 50th-best paid athlete in the world. Although his in-game earnings make up the majority of his earnings, he does have endorsements from some big names in the industry with the likes of Adidas, Axe, Sony, NBA2K to name a few making up his $1.5 million off of endorsements. Kyle Lowry charity Lowry has been one of the most active members in the community. Founding the Lowry Love Foundation, the veteran guard often is among the first to lend a helping hand for the needy. Be it donating food, clothing or even playing in charity games, Lowry has done it all. Moreover, back in 2018, the 6-time All-Star donated a whopping $1 million to his alma mater Villanova. How to contact Kyle Lowry? Khris Middleton&#8217;s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kyle_lowry7/?hl=en Khris Middleton&#8217;s Twitter https://twitter.com/Klow7?s=20  Age 36  Marital Status Married  Girlfriend Ayahna Cornish-Lowry  Children 2  NBA Championship Rings 1 (2019)  Nationality American  Height 6&#8242; 0&#8243; (1.82 m)  Weight 88 kg  Endorsements Adidas, Axe, Sony, NBA2K  Wingspan 1.88 metres

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