Trailblazing NBA star Jason Collins dies at 47 after brain cancer battle
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay active player, died at 47 following a battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. A 7-foot center who played 13 seasons and helped the Nets reach the 2002-03 Finals, Collins publicly came out in 2013, becoming a symbol of inclusion in sport; his family and peers praised his lasting impact and legacy.
