Fansided · Jan 3, 2019
Kyle Lowry’s absence will have ripple effect on Toronto Raptors
Out indefinitely with a lower back injury, the Toronto Raptors will be without Kyle Lowry for the foreseeable future. His absence will have significant ripple effects throughout the team.
Replaced by Kawhi Leonard this season, Kyle Lowry was previously the Toronto Raptors best player for half a decade. He’s never led in points per game, he doesn’t look like an elite defender, and yet his advanced & on/off numbers show his impact.
The Raptors will be without that impact for the foreseeable future. On New Year’s Day, the Toronto Raptors announced Kyle Lowry received anti-inflammatory injections in his lower back. He currently has no timetable for his return.