Jason Collins is the First openly gay player in major Memphis Grizzlies sport history . Brooklyn Nets 's has played in Brooklyn Nets wins since signing a 10-day contract . He is one of a group of high-profile athletes to have come out in recent times . `` We 're sort of like a fraternity just trying to help each other , just trying to keep inspiring each other , whether it be Robbie Rogers or Michael Sam , the list goes on and on . ` Michael Sam announced he was gay last year , Jason Collins recently came out .
Jason Collins is the First openly gay player in major Memphis Grizzlies sport history . Brooklyn Nets 's has played in Brooklyn Nets wins since signing a 10-day contract . He is one of a group of high-profile athletes to have come out in recent times . Michael Sam announced he was gay last year , Jason Collins recently came out .