via Imago Chatsworth’s Alijah Arenas (0) looks to make a pass during the game against Western Christian in the Capitol City Classic on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 in Salem, Ore. via Imago Chatsworth’s Alijah Arenas (0) looks to make a pass during the game against Western Christian in the Capitol City Classic on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 in Salem, Ore. Heartbreaking news shook the basketball world this week. USC commit Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, entered a medically induced coma following a single-vehicle crash in his Tesla Cybertruck. Few anticipated such a sudden tragedy for the 18-year-old phenom. Watch What’s Trending Now! Arenas, just 18, is a phenom. Ranked No. 13 as a recruit to the Class of 2025 nationally and a McDonald’s All-American, Arenas fast-tracked his class to 2025 to join USC, originally set to graduate in 2026, before fast-tracking his way into the spotlight. He turned down blue-blood programs like Arizona, Kansas, Kentucky, and Louisville just to represent USC. One of the most gut-wrenching parts of this ordeal: Gilbert had to cancel his popular podcast, Gil’s Arena, to stay by his son’s side. Fans took to social media, overwhelming platforms with prayer emojis and heartfelt messages. ADVERTISEMENT