Retiring Vince Carter's number best way to simplify his complicated Raptors' legacy

REPORT: Toronto Raptors' "High-Ranking" Members Wanted To Retire Kyle Lowry's Jersey Before Vince Carter's

Kyle Lowry and Vince Carter (Images Credit: Getty Images) Kyle Lowry is gearing up for his second season with the Philadelphia 76ers after a challenging last year, where he played just 23 games. Despite the limited action, those familiar with Lowry’s time with the Toronto Raptors recognize his true value on the court. During his nine seasons in Toronto, Lowry reached the pinnacle of his career, becoming a fan favorite. He even expressed his des…

Retiring Vince Carter's number best way to simplify his complicated Raptors' legacy

You can’t choose your family, or your history. Your choices are how to integrate the irrefutable facts from your past into your present and your future. Ignore, explore, embrace or push away. There is no perfect path, each choice has its perils, but even doing nothing making a decision. The Toronto Raptors are choosing to embrace their past, complicated as it might be at times, and to move into the future united as a basketball family. There are…