Lowry (back) posted 10 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists in 33 minutes of action Friday against the Magic. He had missed seven games prior to Friday's return. Lowry has been struggling to stay healthy, playing just one game over his previous ten contests. He's able to contribute across the board, but he hasn't been able to help owners during the fantasy playoffs. As the season comes to a close, he may have a couple more good games left in the tank, but much of his energy will be reserved for the NBA playoffs, thus limiting his fantasy value.

Lowry (back) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Magic. Lowry has sat out the last seven games to rest a persistent back injury, but after going through a full practice Thursday and shootaround Friday, he'll return to face the Magic. Lowry will get the start at point guard, pushing Greivis Vasquez to the bench.

Lowry (back) is likely to return to the lineup Friday against the Magic, the Toronto Sun reports. Lowry reiterated after shootaround that he's a game-time decision, but he said as of Friday morning his back feels good. "As of right now, I feel good. We'll see how my body reacts when game-time comes and I'll have a decision by then," Lowry said. "It feels way better, I think last time I rushed it and this time I took my time and honestly it was still hurting until about a week ago a couple of days ago now, it's starting to feel a little bit better so I'm a little bit more confident, optimistic of what my back can do." While coach Dwane Casey said Lowry looked "good" in shootaround, he cautioned that it may take a few games for the All-Star to return to form. "He's not going to come back to the old Kyle, it's going to take some time, some minutes to get his legs back, to get his conditioning back, but that's what we've got to put him out there to get (ready) for next week," Casey said.

Lowry (back) called himself a gametime decision for Friday's matchup with Orlando, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports. Lowry went through the entirety of shootaround, which is certainly a good sign, but it's no guarantee he'll return Friday after missing the last seven contests. Check back after pregame warmups for a more definitive update. If Lowry is a no-go, Greivis Vasquez will continue to start in his place.

Lowry (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Magic, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports. Lowry continues to be evaluated on a game-to-game basis while he nurses a back injury that's plagued him since last month. The goal is to ensure he's ready for a playoff run, so the Raptors won't be shy about holding him out if he's still experiencing discomfort.

Lowry (back) will not play against the Hornets, Eric Smith of Sportsnet reports. Lowry continues to be limited by a back injury, and he's been a partial participant at recent practices. After Tuesday's session, coach Dwane Casey noted that Lowry is still experiencing soreness, and at this point he's without a return date.

Lowry (back) likely won't return Wednesday at Charlotte. After Tuesday's practice, coach Dwane Casey said, "It's still sore. He's probably not going to go tomorrow." Thus, Lowry's absence is expected to extend to seven games, and nine out of the past 10, due to back spasms. Until he returns, Greivis Vasquez will continue to handle point guard duties.

Lowry (back), who was a limited at Monday's practice, didn't take part in contact drills, TSN Sports reports. Lowry's participation level remains a discouraging prospect, fantasy-wise, but the team will await news of his level of health Tuesday before making a call on his availability for Wednesday's outing in Charlotte. Until he's trending toward active status in a game, though, his contributions, or lack thereof, can't be trusted.

Lowry (back) won't return Saturday against the Celtics, TSN Sports reports. Lowry's timetable for a return remains without a definitive date, meaning Greivis Vasquez will continue to man the point. The Raptors next take the court Wednesday at Charlotte.

Lowry (back) won't play Friday against the Nets, Andy Vazquez of The Record reports. Lowry reportedly won't rush a return to the court, leaving him with an open-ended timetable. He won't rejoin the lineup Friday, making his next chance to return Saturday against the Celtics.