"No words can ever take away the pain for my brother": Karl-Anthony Towns pens tear-jerking message in support of Naz Reid

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NBA: Preseason-Minnesota Timberwolves at New York Knicks - Source: Imagn

Karl-Anthony Towns showed his support for Naz Reid after the Minnesota Timberwolves forward's sister died on Saturday.

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Toraya Reid died from multiple gunshots at the hands of Shaquille Green, who was arrested shortly after the incident. Green was reportedly Toraya's boyfriend.

Towns wrote a short message for Naz Reid on X:

"Heartbroken. No words can ever take away the pain for my brother. Holding everyone close in prayer today. 🙏❤️"

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Reid has yet to comment on his sister's death. The only other member of his family who has spoken so far is his sister, Jakahya Smith. According to reports, Jakahya and Toraya facetimed each other the night before the murder.

Towns and Reid were teammates for five seasons in Minnesota, forming a strong bond.


Karl-Anthony Towns gives back to his roots

Karl-Anthony Towns delivered on a huge project in the Dominican Republic. Towns and Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced on Sunday that they're building a 2,500-seat arena in Tamboril, Santiago, at the Go Ministries Sports Complex. According to reports, the arena is expected to cost $3 million to build. The target completion date is anticipated to be sometime in 2026.

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Towns said the project extends beyond simply building a gym. It's a tribute to his family roots and a gesture to encourage the next generation of athletes from his country:

“It was really important for me to give back to my community, a country that’s given me everything, gave me my mother and gave me this love of the game of basketball. It’s given me the word love, both of family and understanding how to treat people.”

While Towns has already begun building his legacy outside of the hardwood, he still has responsibilities to fulfill as part of the New York Knicks. He is entering his second season with the Knicks this year and aims to make up for the loss in the Eastern Conference Finals last season.

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