Sidney Lowe

Sidney Lowe, born on January 21, 1960, is a former professional basketball player and coach from the United States. He played the position of point guard and was known for his playmaking abilities and court vision. Lowe played college basketball at North Carolina State University, where he was part of the 1983 NCAA Championship team, contributing significantly to the unexpected success of the Wolfpack.

Lowe was selected in the second round of the 1983 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons. His NBA career spanned from 1983 to 1990, during which he played for several teams, including the Pistons, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the Atlanta Hawks. Over his career, he averaged modest statistics, with his highest performance in the 1983-84 season where he recorded averages of 4.2 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.

After retiring as a player, Lowe transitioned into coaching, where he made his mark in various collegiate and professional programs. His coaching career includes stints as an assistant coach in the NBA and head coach at institutions such as North Carolina State University, where he guided the team in the competitive Atlantic Coast Conference. Lowe's contributions to basketball, both as a player and a coach, have established him as a respected figure in the sport's community.