The bond between NBA teammates often extends far beyond the basketball court, forged through shared struggles and triumphs. For Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid, this connection has been particularly strong since Reid joined the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2019. Their relationship has been one of mutual support, with Reid often citing Towns as a mentor and confidence booster during games and practices.

This deep friendship makes personal tragedies particularly painful for both players. When one member of this basketball brotherhood suffers, the other feels it deeply, demonstrating how professional sports teams often function as extended families during times of crisis.

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns took to X to share his grief over a devastating personal loss affecting his teammat

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