The NBA community learned Thursday that Jason Collins has Stage 4 cancer. Collins, a first-round pick from the 2001 NBA Draft, was an All-Pac 10 player at Stanford before making the jump to the pros.
Former Washington Wizards center Jason Collins is battling cancer after doctors discovered a tumor in his brain. The team has shared their thoughts and support toward the former NBA big man as the entire league joins to stand with the long-time veteran.
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Former NBA player Jason Collins is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, the NBA announced Thursday. "Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason's health and well-being," the league said in a statement.