Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47

Kiswahili

Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, died of brain cancer at his home on Tuesday at the age of 47. His family announced the news following his diagnosis of stage 4 glioblastoma last December.

Collins, a 7-foot center drafted 18th overall out of Stanford in 2001, played 13 seasons for teams including the New Jersey Nets, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics and Washington Wizards. He came out publicly in a 2013 Sports Illustrated essay, becoming the first active player to do so in any of the four major North American sports leagues before retiring the following year.

Makala yanayohusiana

Chris Paul at retirement press conference with career stats on screen, emotional expression.
Picha iliyoundwa na AI

Chris Paul retires from NBA after 21 seasons

Imeripotiwa na AI Picha iliyoundwa na AI

Chris Paul, the 40-year-old point guard widely regarded as one of the NBA's greatest, announced his retirement on Friday after being waived by the Toronto Raptors. The 12-time All-Star ends a career spanning three decades without an NBA championship but with second-place rankings in all-time assists and steals. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver praised Paul as a steward of the sport and future Hall of Famer.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at age 29. His agency announced the news Tuesday afternoon, with the cause of death still under investigation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

Dwight Howard announces retirement after Hall of Fame induction

Imeripotiwa na AI

Dwight Howard, the former NBA star and 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, has officially retired from professional basketball. The eight-time All-Star made the announcement on social media, stating that the game had retired him despite having more to give. Howard plans to focus on family, community work, and passing on his knowledge to the next generation.

Jason Heyward retires after 16 MLB seasons

Outfielder Jason Heyward announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Friday after 16 seasons, two World Series titles and five Gold Gloves. The former All-Star, who debuted with a home run in his first at-bat, plans to focus on his Chicago-based youth baseball academy and mentoring young players. Heyward expressed gratitude for his career and excitement for giving back to the game.

Royals honor late champion Terrance Gore at 2026 home opener

Imeripotiwa na AI

Kansas City Royals players and fans observed a moment of silence for former World Series champion outfielder Terrance Gore before the 2026 home opener against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Gore, who died in February at age 34, was remembered in a pregame ceremony featuring his family, capped by his son throwing the first pitch.

Jumapili, 12. Mwezi wa nne 2026, 01:26:32

Former MLB player and manager Phil Garner dies at 76

Alhamisi, 19. Mwezi wa tatu 2026, 22:07:47

Pistons star Cade Cunningham diagnosed with collapsed lung

Alhamisi, 26. Mwezi wa pili 2026, 14:14:29

Chris Bosh details terrifying health scare at home

Jumatatu, 23. Mwezi wa pili 2026, 06:42:09

Kuminga nears Hawks debut as Warriors face Porziņģis absence

Jumanne, 17. Mwezi wa pili 2026, 21:10:22

Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies at 84

Tovuti hii inatumia vidakuzi

Tunatumia vidakuzi kwa uchambuzi ili kuboresha tovuti yetu. Soma sera ya faragha yetu kwa maelezo zaidi.
Kataa