76ers News: Kyle Lowry Opens up on His Sixers Debut

Recent signee reflects on his first game with his hometown team.

After 18 years in the NBA, Kyle Lowry got to check something big off his bucket list. Following a buyout with the Charlotte Hornets, the veteran guard is now suiting up for his hometown Philadelphia 76ers. 

Following the All-Star break, Lowry got to suit up for his new team for the first time. Despite a strong surge in the second half, the Sixers were unable to complete a comeback on the New York Knicks. They ended up losing the game by a final score of 110-96. 

Aside from a minor injury scare, Lowry performed well in his debut. He logged 25 minutes and finished with a box score of 11 points, four rebounds, and five assists. Following the game, Lowry touched on what the experience was like for him. While he admitted it was a good moment, his focus remains on helping the Sixers win basketball games. 

"It was great. It’s unfortunate that we didn’t play as well as I think we can. But it was an amazing atmosphere and the ovation that I got was awesome. I was happy," Lowry said. "You know, I was pissed that we lost, and we were in that situation, but it was a great moment. Now for me it’s about winning basketball games. That first 'hoorah' is over now. It’s about going out there, helping this team win basketball games."

Lowry is a native of Philadelphia and played his college ball at Villanova. Now, after a career headlined by All-Star appearances and a championship, he gets to return home. 

Lowry can't bask in the moment too much, as the Sixers find themselves with a quick turnaround. They'll be back in action on Friday night taking on Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers.