Former Nets center Jason Collins is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, his family announced Thursday in a statement released by the NBA.

“NBA Ambassador and 13-year NBA veteran Jason Collins is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumor,” the NBA said in a statement. “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.”

Collins’ career spanned 13 seasons, starting with seven in New Jersey before a midseason trade to Memphis in 2008. He went on to suit up for Minnesota, Atlanta, Boston and Washington, then closed out his career with a late-season return to Brooklyn in 2013–14.

The 46-year-old came out as gay in 2013, making him the first active athlete in one of the four major N

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