Alijah Arenas, an 18-year-old basketball prodigy and son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, is in a medically induced coma after a serious car accident early Thursday morning in Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 4:55 a.m. when Alijah’s Tesla Cybertruck collided with a tree and fire hydrant, resulting in a fire. Emergency responders found Alijah out of the vehicle and transported him to the hospital in serious condition.
Alijah, a standout at Chatsworth High School, recently reclassified to the class of 2025 and committed to play for USC. He was ranked as the No. 13 recruit nationally and had participated in the 2025 McDonald’s All-American Game. Despite the severity of the crash, initial tests indicated that he did not suffer any broken bones.
Gilbert Arenas, known for his NBA career and current role as host of the podcast “Gil’s Arena,” has canceled upcoming episodes in light of his son’s condition. Alijah’s mother, Laura Govan, expressed her anguish on social media, asking for prayers and support during this challenging time.
The basketball community has rallied around the Arenas family, with many expressing hopes for Alijah’s recovery. As updates become available, supporters continue to send well-wishes to the young athlete and his family.
