Jason Collier

[Gray Mule]

Shocking news. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Collier family and to the Hawks family in this time of

deep sorrow.

Sudden death comes as a shock, no matter the age, but here

was a young man, apparently in the prime of life.

So sad.

[phoostal]

I would like to add my condolences as well. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

P

[Wretch]

He's a husband and a father... I can only imagine what they're going through. This is so sad.

[kudzu23]

A very sad thing to hear. So young its scary, I am the same age. Condolences to his family and friends. RIP

[pathway23]

My condolences as well to the Collier family. What shocking news, heard it on the radio on the way home, I was in a state of disbelief. I wish the best for his wife and young children. Indeed life is short, had no clue this would happen. What do you guys think Eddy Curry's family is thinking now?

[OGRat]

This is sad indeed. My prayers go out for his family.

[TheNorthCydeRises]

It's times like these that put everything in perspective. And I truly feel for his wife, who was with him when he first went into cardiac arrest.

I don't know how religious the people on this board are, but it seems as if God takes certain people who are truly ready to go to Heaven, to bring awareness to something that will eventually save many other lives.

- Dale Earnhardt's death brought about many safety changes in NASCAR with the HANS device around the neck being standard on all cars, and the SAFER walls being installed at high speed tracks

- Korey Stringer's death brought about many changes in how teams practice on all levels of football, especially from a hydration standpoint. I remember when I played high school football, coaches would damn near restrict you from getting water while practice was going on. That was to make you "tough and resilent". These days, frequent water breaks during practice are the norm.

It'll be interesting to see what the official cause of death is for Collier. His death will lead to some sort of major change in sports. And it might just save Eddy Curry's life.

[swolehawk2]

Man, I recall recently how he said it was good to get a chance to spend time with his family during the off season.

Very very sad news.

My condolences to the Collier family.

[cyman3]

very sad news.

i will have the collier family in my prayers.

[Vafan]

My prayers also goes out to him and his family.

[Dukegotgame]

in a situation like this, what happens to his salary for the upcoming yr?

[RAHMOR]

Hard to believe someone could go so young. Especially shocking since I'm am the same age as him. I send my condolences to his family. RIP JC.

[mrhonline]

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in a situation like this, what happens to his salary for the upcoming yr?

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Not sure about the new CBA, but for the old one it still counts.

And I'm sure the ownership in Atlanta will honor his commitment to the Hawks by paying his salary to his widowed wife.

[cyman3]

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I'm sure the ownership in Atlanta will honor his commitment to the Hawks by paying his salary to his widowed wife.

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thats what im thinking... especially since

A) hes contract isint takin up much space (or # of years for that matter- his last year i believe)

B) we still have lotta $$$ and no more big free agents are left.

so i think his family will still get it. most likely

this is pure speculation tho.

[Guest Walter]

I have no doubt the team will honor the contract supporting Jason's family financially and should they be receptive, embrace them personally.

W

[Teeareess]

I'm stunned. That's terrible news.

[Nicholasp27]

omg

that's so sad

i really feel for his friends and family, especially his parents, wife and kid(s)

[Plainview1981]

Sad news. I feel bad for all the things I said about him

being a scrub and whatever else. It's amazing how quick

things can happen.

[Safetyboi]

This is such tragic news, taking away someone with such a great personality. I offer my condolences to the Collier family & the Hawks organisation.

[emeans]

I am still speechless on this tragedy. This really puts basketball in perspective.