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Why NBA center Jason Collins is coming out now - Sports Illustrated
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Jason Collins' story sounds normal - NBA - ESPN
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QC reacts to first openly-gay NBA player
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The NBA started selling Jason Collins' No. 98 Nets jersey, and it
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Washington Wizards - Wikipedia
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NBA basketball player Jason Collins becomes most high-profile
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NBA center Jason Collins becomes first openly gay player in major
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Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, should be assured
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Magic send guard J.J. Redick to Bucks: NBA moves
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Opinion: Jason Collins came out; NBA should let him play
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VIDEO: Warm Reception As NBA's Jason Collins Makes History
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Jason Collins Rookie Card Guide
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Year-by-year NBA All-Rookie Teams