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Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies aged 47

Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies aged 47

Former Brooklyn Nets. Atlanta Hawks player Jason Collins had been diagnosed with Stage 4 glioblastoma last year; NBA commissioner says "Jason will be remembered not only for breaking barriers, but also for the kindness and humanity that defined his life and touched so many others"

Wednesday 13 May 2026 07:31, UK

Source: https://www.skysports.com/nba/news/36226/13543379/jason-collins-nbas-first-openly-gay-player-dies-aged-47-of-brain-cancer-his-impact-and-influence-extended-beyond-basketball

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