Alijah Arenas on the Path to Recovery Following Serious Cybertruck Crash
Top basketball prospect Alijah Arenas, who was involved in a severe accident four days ago, is showing remarkable improvement. According to updates from the podcast “Gil’s Arena,” hosted by his father, Gilbert Arenas, the young athlete is now walking and talking and is expected to leave the hospital “very soon.”
Details of the Incident
Arenas was involved in a single-car crash while returning from a gym session early Thursday morning, around 5 a.m. PDT. As reported, he lost control of his Tesla Cybertruck on Corbin Avenue in Reseda, resulting in the vehicle striking a fire hydrant and a tree, ultimately catching fire while he was still inside.
Brave bystanders played a crucial role in rescuing Arenas from the burning vehicle. One witness noted hearing “banging on the car window” but struggled to see through the heavy smoke. Thankfully, onlookers intervened and managed to pull him from the flames.
In a statement released by the family, they praised both the “brave individuals” who saved him and highlighted Arenas’s “incredible will to survive,” describing the situation as “nothing short of miraculous.”
Medical Condition and Recovery
Upon emergency response, Arenas was deemed “stable” by LAPD Officer Rosario Cervantes. However, due to smoke inhalation, he was placed in an induced coma shortly after arriving at the hospital. The following day, he was extubated and demonstrated significant improvement, being able to open his eyes and communicate through writing.
Chatsworth High School’s basketball coach, Sam Harris, added that Arenas is improving “much better each day.”
Arenas’s Background and Future Prospects
Alijah Arenas, the son of former NBA player Gilbert Arenas, is a top-10 national prospect and a key player for USC’s 2025 recruiting class. Having recently led Chatsworth to the CIF state championship game, he concludes his high school career as the City Section’s all-time leading scorer with over 3,000 points.
Although Arenas has not yet officially joined USC, he is anticipated to make a significant impact as a freshman for the Trojans next season.
Conclusion
As Alijah Arenas continues to recover from this harrowing incident, the basketball community is rallying behind him. The strength shown by both the responders and Arenas himself offers hope as he prepares for the next chapter in his athletic journey.