Washington, D.C.—In a first for American professional team sports, an active athlete has come out as homosexual. NBA free agent Jason Collins announced this week that he’s gay, leading to overwhelming support from fellow players, media, and even President Obama.
Collins, a 34-year-old center, averaged only 1.1 points for the Washington Wizards this year, so league insiders aren’t convinced that another team will pick him up. But several general managers said the player’s sexuality wouldn’t be an issue; they’ll only ask if he can help a team win.
In a Sports Illustrated cover article, Collins said he dealt with many emotions before finally accepting his sexuality. “There’s nothing more beautiful than just allowing yourself to really be happy and be comfortable in your own skin,” he said. Collins also emphasized the importance of his Christian faith, saying, “I take the teachings of Jesus seriously, particularly the ones that touch on...
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