Former NBA center Jason Collins, the league’s first openly gay player, is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor.

The NBA revealed the news on behalf of Collins’ family on Thursday.

“Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason’s health and well-being,” Collins’ family said in a statement shared by the NBA.

Collins played with six teams during his 13-year career, including a stop with the Boston Celtics in 2012-13. The 7-footer averaged 1.6 rebounds in 32 games.

A 2001 first-round pick, Collins registered 3.6 points and 4.4 rebounds over 735 games. Collins began his NBA career by making back-to-back NBA Finals appearances with the New Jersey Nets.

“Sending our love and support to @jasoncollins98 and his fa

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