Jordyn Woods Tributes Karl-Anthony Towns' Diseased Mom Amid Minnesota Timberwolves Win

Jordyn Woods shared a heartwarming tribute to Karl-Anthony Towns' late mom Jacqueline Cruz on Instagram.

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Woods' post followed the Minnesota Timberwolves' victory against the LA Clippers on April 12.

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The loving girlfriend wrote that the win was special to them as it preceded the 2nd anniversary of Cruz's passing.

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Woods wrote, "I know how tough it's been doing all of this without her ❤."

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The 24-year-old also expressed her pride in her man for his team's victory.

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While appearing on" Peace of Mind with Taraji," Towns credited Woods for helping him express his vulnerability.

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Woods' father's passing of cancer in 2017 helped her relate to Cruz's passing to COVID-19 in 2020.

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Towns also came to his girlfriend's rescue when she came under fire for cosmetic surgery claims in 2021.

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The NBA star clarified that Wood's physique was all natural and the result of fitness training.

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