In a shocking turn of events, Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, was rushed to the hospital and placed in a medically induced coma following a serious Cybertruck accident in Los Angeles.
⚠️ What Happened?
On the early morning of April 25, 2025, the 18-year-old USC basketball commit was behind the wheel of a Tesla Cybertruck when the vehicle veered off the road in the Reseda neighborhood of San Fernando Valley. The car collided with a tree and a fire hydrant, sparking a fire.
Arenas was found outside the vehicle, conscious but suffering from smoke inhalation. While he miraculously sustained no broken bones, doctors placed him in a medically induced coma as a precautionary measure.
🏀 Rising Basketball Star
Alijah recently reclassified to graduate in 2025 and had committed to the University of Southern California (USC). Ranked the #4 overall prospect in the 2026 class and top shooting guard, Arenas made headlines as the first player in LA’s history to cross 3,000 career points in high school basketball. He also starred in the 2025 McDonald’s All-American Game.
🙏 Community Rallies in Support
Messages of support have poured in from fans and sports figures alike. USC Head Coach Eric Musselman and Arenas’ mother Laura Govan both took to social media asking for prayers. Gilbert Arenas canceled his online talk show amid the family emergency.
❤️ The Road Ahead
Doctors are closely monitoring Arenas’ condition. As of now, he is in stable condition, and fans around the country are hopeful for his full recovery. His inspiring rise and heartbreaking accident have made him the center of conversation in the sports world.