Jason Collins' Lasting Impact on NBA and LGBTQ+ Rights Jason Collins' professional basketball career spanned 13 seasons, with notable stints in Boston, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Washington.
However, it was his courageous decision to come out as gay in April 2013 that left a lasting mark on the National Basketball Association (NBA) and LGBTQ+ rights.
The Road to Coming Out: Jason Collins' Journey Collins' journey to coming out was marked by introspection, self discovery, and support from loved ones.