Jason Collins, First Openly Gay NBA Player, Dies at 47

Jason Collins was a pioneer for inclusion in the NBA.

Jason Collins, the first openly gay NBA player, has died after a long battle with brain cancer, his family said.

Collins played in the NBA for 13 years for six teams. He said he was gay in 2013, near the end of his career.

Collins had a type of brain cancer that is very hard to treat. He was 47 years old.

Collins' family said he changed lives and was an inspiration to many people. They are grateful for the love and support they received.

Last week, Collins got an award for being a champion. His brother accepted it for him because Collins was too sick to attend.

Jarron Collins said his brother was the bravest man he knew.

Jason Collins was a good basketball player. He helped his team get to the NBA Finals twice.

The NBA commissioner said Collins made the league more inclusive and welcoming. He was a great leader and a kind person.

The commissioner sent his condolences to Collins' family and friends.

Collins played for many teams, including the Nets, Atlanta, and Boston.

A coach who knew Collins said he was a pioneer and a great teammate. He will be missed.

Collins told the world he was gay in 2013. He wanted to keep playing basketball.

Collins said he wished someone else had come out as gay before him. But he was brave and did it anyway.

Many people supported Collins when he came out. They thought he was brave and inspiring.

Collins said he realized he had to come out when his friend walked in a gay pride parade.

Before he came out, Collins kept his feelings about gay rights private. He wore a special jersey number to show his support.

Many people paid tribute to Collins after he died. They said he was a legend and a hero.

Collins' agent said he was honored to represent him. He said Collins was brave and changed lives.

There was a moment of silence at a basketball game to honor Collins. The team said he was brave and kind.

Collins was a great basketball player in college. He still holds a record at Stanford.

The coach at Stanford said Collins was a great player and a kind person. He will be missed.

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