NEW YORK -- Jason Collins, who became the first openly gay athlete in North America's four recognized major team sports when he played for the NBA's Brooklyn Nets last season, announced Wednesday his ...
Collins, 47, a 13-year NBA veteran who came out as gay in 2013, was diagnosed with Stage 4 glioblastoma Dec. 11.
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Hall of Fame class, four of whom have basketball ties. NBA referee Bill Kennedy, executive Rick Welts, journalist Robin Roberts and former WNBA player ...
Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay active player is speaking publicly about a devastating diagnosis that has shaken fans and former teammates alike. The former NBA center, known for breaking ...
Former NBA player Jason Collins was initially reported to have been diagnosed with a brain tumor. However, during a recent interview with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Collins admitted that his condition ...
Jason Collins #98 of the Brooklyn Nets speaks with the media prior to a game against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center on Feb. 27, 2014 in Denver. It has been 18 exhilarating months since I came out ...
During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Collins wore only jersey No. 98 and put up 1.2 points and 1.6 rebounds per game.