NBA: Jason Collier Passes Away
Jarrod Rogol
October 16, 2005
* Photo: Jason Collier
Quotes: Credit NBA and Atlanta Hawks
JASON COLLIER
Sep. 8, 1977 - October 15t, 2006
The NBA and its fans were saddened yesterday after news came down from Atalanta Hawks management that Hawks Center Jason Collier passed away due to heart complications. During his career from 2000 being drafted by the Bucks 15th overall, threw the 04-05 season, Collier played in 151 games, with 2,178 minutes, 443 rebounds, 51 assists, 36 steals, 32 blocks, and 841 points.
Collier also had a career high 22 points against Washington back on March 12, 2004, and a career high 11 rebounds two days later against Toronto.
The following are comments from David Stern and the Atlanta Hawks.
NBA Commissioner David Stern
We are saddended by the news of Jason Collier’s sudden passing. He epitomized hard work, dedication, and perseverance, and more importantly, compassion, kindness and selflessness. I extend the heartfelt condolences of the NBA family, to his wife Katie, daughter Ella, parents Jeff and Joyce, and siblings Jared and Julie.”
Atlanta Hawks
"The Atlanta Spirit family is saddened to report the sudden passing of Hawks center Jason Collier, 28, this morning Jason and his family are first and foremost in our prayers during this difficult time,” said Hawks Executive Vice President and General Manager Billy Knight. “Jason was a devoted family man who deeply loved his wife Katie, daughter Elezan (Ella), his parents and siblings. He was also a tremendous friend to the Hawks employees who spent time with him, and a hard-working and dedicated teammate to many NBA players over his five seasons in the league. We will truly miss Jason’s personality and his spirit, and he will be in the thoughts and minds of our team and organization forever.”
Official Site: Collier’s Hawk Bio
Official Site: National basketball Association (NBA)
Quotes: Credit NBA and Atlanta Hawks
JASON COLLIER
Sep. 8, 1977 - October 15t, 2006
The NBA and its fans were saddened yesterday after news came down from Atalanta Hawks management that Hawks Center Jason Collier passed away due to heart complications. During his career from 2000 being drafted by the Bucks 15th overall, threw the 04-05 season, Collier played in 151 games, with 2,178 minutes, 443 rebounds, 51 assists, 36 steals, 32 blocks, and 841 points.
Collier also had a career high 22 points against Washington back on March 12, 2004, and a career high 11 rebounds two days later against Toronto.
The following are comments from David Stern and the Atlanta Hawks.
NBA Commissioner David Stern
We are saddended by the news of Jason Collier’s sudden passing. He epitomized hard work, dedication, and perseverance, and more importantly, compassion, kindness and selflessness. I extend the heartfelt condolences of the NBA family, to his wife Katie, daughter Ella, parents Jeff and Joyce, and siblings Jared and Julie.”
Atlanta Hawks
"The Atlanta Spirit family is saddened to report the sudden passing of Hawks center Jason Collier, 28, this morning Jason and his family are first and foremost in our prayers during this difficult time,” said Hawks Executive Vice President and General Manager Billy Knight. “Jason was a devoted family man who deeply loved his wife Katie, daughter Elezan (Ella), his parents and siblings. He was also a tremendous friend to the Hawks employees who spent time with him, and a hard-working and dedicated teammate to many NBA players over his five seasons in the league. We will truly miss Jason’s personality and his spirit, and he will be in the thoughts and minds of our team and organization forever.”
Official Site: Collier’s Hawk Bio
Official Site: National basketball Association (NBA)
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