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Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas stood in stunned silence before abruptly ending his livestream Thursday night after witnessing one of the most improbable finishes of the NBA season. Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey sank a deep, near-halfcourt heave to beat the buzzer and lift his team to a 119-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers […]

In the wake of Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Damian Lillard’s blood clot in his right calf, NBA analyst Gilbert Arenas suggests the team consider trading All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Lillard’s future uncertain, Arenas sees this upcoming offseason as an opportunity for the Bucks to rebuild, starting with a deal that will […]

When Bronny James dropped a career-high 39 points in the G-League, the Los Angeles Lakers rookie was a point of conversation for Gilbert Arenas. On his podcast, the latter had a funny explanation about why James deserves an NBA role. “Yeah, he deserved it that first week when he sold $50 million worth of jerseys,” […]

Gilbert Arenas has a stunning demand for Miami Heat president Pat Riley. Arenas uploaded an episode of his Gil’s Arena podcast on Saturday. One of the topics he and the panel discussed revolved around the Heat’s struggles, which saw Kenyon Martin ask Arenas about whether Riley should fire head coach Erik Spoelstra. “So does Pat […]

Nick Young made a bold comparison on Gil’s Arena, suggesting that Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves could be a better No. 2 option than Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving at this stage of their careers. “Hear me out… right now at this stage, I’m not saying overall, is AR a better number two option […]

There’s no question current NBA stars and former players are in demand as podcasters. From The Old/Young Man and the Three, to Podcast P with Paul George, to Gil’s Arena, to Call Him Vlade, big NBA names are dominating the podcast space (ok, the Vlade one isn’t real, but the fact that you thought it […]

While discussing Los Angeles Lakers’ guard Luka Doncic’s future with his new team, NBA analyst Gilbert Arenas seemed to forget about the kind of regular season numbers Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic is having. After Lakers’ Doncic flirted with a triple-double (30 points, 15 assists, and eight rebounds) in a 136-115 win against the New […]

Michael Jordan is regarded as the GOAT of basketball by many. But while Jordan is one of the greatest basketball players in NBA history with six NBA titles, five MVPs, and 10 scoring titles, even His Airness didn’t win every game. Here is a look at 10 NBA stars with a winning record over Michael […]

The Boston Celtics suffered a crushing 123-116 loss at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night, but it certainly wasn’t Jayson Tatum’s fault. The Celtics superstar forward led all scorers with 46 points, and amid the “face of the NBA” discussion, Gilbert Arenas believes he’s found the guy who fits the bill. With […]

Before the NBA’s league-leading Cleveland Cavs face the champion Boston Celtics, Gilbert Arenas revealed who he believes could be the champion’s biggest threat in the playoffs. Since their historic 15-0 start, the Cavs have sat atop the Eastern Conference standings. Ahead of the Celtics all season, Cleveland is assumed by many to be Boston’s top […]

USC basketball is in the midst of a middling 12-8 season, with their 4-5 conference record putting them in the middle of the Big Ten. However, as USC looks towards their future, they’re amped up knowing the type of talent they have coming to campus. On Thursday, Alijah Arenas committed to the Trojans. With his […]

Former NBA All-Star and analyst Gilbert Arenas shared his opinion on the drama surrounding Miami Heat president Pat Riley and his forward Jimmy Butler. As many speculate, the list of teams Riley could trade Butler to, Arenas blasted the stigma surrounding Heat Culture that Hall of Fame-caliber players fueled. This materialized in championships spearheaded by […]

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff continues to make a strong impression in his first season with the franchise. A viral clip circulated on the Players Choice Podcast in which former Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas reviewed point guard Cade Cunningham’s performance against the New York Knicks. Arenas described Cunningham’s game as a “big city […]

As the trade talks involving the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler continue, the news has caught the attention of many within the basketball world. Former player Gilbert Arenas has spoken about Pat Riley and Butler before, but this time made a bold prediction regarding the job held by the legendary executive. Arenas would speak on […]

Gilbert Arenas, former NBA star and host of Gil’s Arena, celebrated his 43rd birthday in unforgettable fashion. During a live recording of his podcast with co-hosts Kenyon Martin, Brandon Jennings, Nick “Swaggy P” Young, and Josiah Johnson, Arenas received a surprise that quickly stole the spotlight. After being presented with a birthday cake, the crew […]

Gilbert Arenas did not hold back on his criticism of Heat president Pat Riley over the recent drama involving star forward Jimmy Butler. The former All Star is joining a chorus of ex-players, such as Demarcus Cousins, who are blaming the Heat president for the franchise’s current situation. Miami now seems to be in an […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards revealed the hilarious reason he shot a game-winning three against the Houston Rockets. The Timberwolves’ thrilling road victory was their second straight win over a Western Conference contender. Ant had a flair for the dramatics in this showdown, rallying Minnesota from a 16-point deficit and hitting a go-ahead stepback three with […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are having a nightmare season, as injuries have been the main story of the year so far. Joel Embiid is the main player, as he continues to deal with a knee issue while also recently suffering a face injury that kept him from playing this week. With the way their season is […]

In December 2014, Kobe Bryant delivered one of the most intense practice rants in NBA history, targeting his Los Angeles Lakers teammates after a dismal 6-16 start to the season. Bryant’s frustration boiled over as he called the team “soft like Charmin,” and his venom seemed primarily directed at point guard Jeremy Lin, per FadeawayWorld. […]

As many former NBA players debate about why the league is not as successful as it has been in years past, Gilbert Arenas believes that injuries are playing a significant part. The former three-time All-Star believes that players — such as Paolo Banchero and Zion Williamson, who are both currently dealing with significant injuries — […]

For San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, playing alongside a 12-time All-Star, Chris Paul, has many benefits, as Gilbert Arenas noted recently. Spurs veteran DeMar DeRozan surpassed 24,000 career points, but for Arenas, it’s Paul who will impact Wembanyama most. In a recent episode of Gil’s Arena, the former NBA star talked about CP’s influence. […]

Payton Pritchard has been a huge part of the Boston Celtics’ success thus far in the 2024-25 season. He’s averaging 16.5 points per game while coming off the bench for most of his games, emerging as one of the favorites to win the coveted Sixth Man of the Year award. However, Pritchard hasn’t yet commanded […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season trajectory has taken a downward turn following a 109-80 blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Once sitting at a promising 10-4 record, the Lakers now find themselves at 12-9, raising questions about the team’s performance and leadership. Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has joined the conversation, offering […]

Duke basketball freshman Cooper Flagg has quickly become one of the most talked-about players in college basketball, but former NBA star Gilbert Arenas remains unconvinced about Flagg’s potential as a high-level prospect. While Flagg has impressed with his early highlights and versatile play, Arenas argues that he doesn’t see him becoming a superstar at the […]

An 8-7 record for the Sacramento Kings has many scratching their heads, including Gilbert Arenas. While Kings star De’Aaron Fox dropped a 60-burger in a loss, the great performances continue to pile up. Although he was named the NBA’s Western Conference Player of the Week, Arenas doesn’t believe that Fox will be in Sacramento for […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James has faced early challenges in his transition to the NBA after being selected in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. The Lakers’ move to pair Bronny with his father, LeBron James, has created the league’s first father-son duo, drawing significant attention. However, Bronny’s on-court performance has so […]

NBA players are rewarded with contracts to reward their performance. But while massive deals are a great incentive, not all players live up to the contract. In fact, a handful of players have failed to perform up to expectations, causing a downward spiral to their careers. While failing to make an impact for a team […]

Ja Morant has a problem with the Los Angeles Lakers, and he let everyone know that in their recent matchup. Morant has never been shy to say how he feels, whether it’s during or after the game. Gilbert Arenas is a Lakers fan, and he had a message for Morant after what he said about […]

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg has become the next big thing in college basketball but Gilbert Arenas has yet to be sold on him as a high-level prospect. Despite Flagg’s early highlights and statistical success, Arenas believes he has yet to see him display elite talent against formidable opposition. “I got to watch some more games,” […]

The Duke basketball program has quickly gotten off to a hot start. Duke won their first game of the season with a commanding 96-62 victory over the Maine Black Bears. Of course, all eyes are on Cooper Flagg, who once his freshman season is over, is expected to be a top NBA Draft pick. Former […]

Although Doc Rivers hasn’t lost confidence, the Milwaukee Bucks have gotten off to a rough start to the 2024-25 NBA season, as the team currently sits at 1-6 following Monday evening’s road loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The loss marked the second straight defeat Milwaukee took against Cleveland, and although the team had the excuse […]

Despite an injury to Stephen Curry sustained earlier in the week, the Golden State Warriors were able to push their record to 4-1 with back to back wins over the New Orleans Pelicans, thanks in large part to the defensive greatness of Draymond Green. While the Pelicans were also shorthanded in the second of the […]

After the Golden State Warriors benched Jonathan Kuminga, it was strange as to why the move was made. Even though he averaged a career-high 16.1 points per game in 26.3 minutes, it didn’t seem to phase Golden State. While Kuminga thought his worth exceeded $30 million, his team begs to differ. Unfortunately, he might suffer […]

This is the generation of NBA players’ sons. It seems like everywhere you look, a former player’s kid is rising up in the ranks, carving a path of their own. For some, that process came quickly like in the case of LeBron James and Bronny James. For others, like Alijah Arenas, the son of former […]

After losing Paul George in free agency, the Los Angeles Clippers will be without Kawhi Leonard to start the season. The Clippers star will be sidelined indefinitely as he rehabilitates from inflammation in his right knee, head coach Ty Lue announced Thursday. The coach projected optimism about Leonard’s long-term outlook, but Gilbert Arenas offered his […]

The night of the NBA Draft is a big night for draft hopefuls. The anticipation of hearing your name called is like no other; the culmination of all the hard work and sacrifice put in that led this moment. For some though, it can be an eye-opener. Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas had a moment […]

This past weekend, Crossroads High School in Santa Monica, CA played host to the second year of the Flight Club Invitational. A partnership between sneaker consignment store Flight Club and Crossroads, the event showcased several of the top high school basketball teams and players in Southern California, including Alijah Arenas, the son of former NBA […]

Gilbert Arenas was a talented basketball player during his playing years. However, he was also one of the most controversial figures in the league thanks to his antics and shenanigans. Although he’s now retired, Arenas continues to make his presence felt as an analyst. But while his experience could bring plenty to the table, some […]

Will Luka Doncic win the 2024-25 NBA MVP Award? Former NBA player Gilbert Arenas is a believer in Doncic’s chances. While speaking on his show, Gil’s Arena, Arenas explained why he is so confident in Doncic heading into the new campaign. “I don’t want to put this type of pressure on him, I’d be surprised […]