Who are Gilbert Arenas' kids? All about the former NBA player's talented children
Former NBA player Gilbert Arenas is all over the internet. He was arrested yesterday for allegedly running illegal gambling operations. The ex-NBA star has been living a life of his own and shares five kids from his past relationships.
He shares four children, Alijah, Izela, Hamiley, and Aloni, with his ex-partner, Laura Govan. He has a daughter named Gia from an earlier relationship with Lindsey Faulk.
Gilbert Arena has passed on his strong work ethic to his children, and they are extremely talented. In one way or another, all five of them have got some great genes from their dad. However, after the recent controversy that led to an arrest warrant and later led to their dad's arrest, the children have been deeply affected. Here's everything about the three-time All-Star's talented children:
Izela Arenas
- the firstborn of Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan
The former couple welcomed their firstborn on 24 December 2004.
Izela Arenas followed in the footsteps of her father as well as her mother, who also played basketball. Both parents have instilled in her a love for the sport. As a junior, her team was ranked No. 1 with a 31-1 record. Izela Arenas also won the Ovetime's Elites Queen of Court competition in Atlanta. Her accomplishment made her proud father post a picture on Instagram.
Alijah Arenas - the second born and the first son of Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan
Born on March 16, 2007, the former couple welcomed their first son.
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This kid also has a thing for basketball. But Alijah Arenas gained public attention as a five-star recruit for several college teams. Gilbert Arenas coaches his son with a strict schedule. 'Ain't no days off ... We get 3 [hundred or] 400 shots up before school', said Gilbert Arenas, 'He's coachable ... depending on what day it is in the mornings we'll get up at like 5:30 so he [practices] an hour and a half.
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Hamiley Arenas - Second daughter of Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan
Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan welcomed their second daughter, Hamiley Arenas, on December 9, 2009.
Their third child is also a basketball enthusiast. In 2024, she started playing basketball as a freshman in her high school. Due to her outstanding performance, she is expected to be one of her team's top players. Apart from her amazing basketball handles, she is also a writer and works for her high school publications.
Aloni Arenas - Second son of Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan
Born on June 1, 2011, the former couple welcomed their second son, Aloni Arenas, with a grand celebration.
'Aloni Arenas up next 🙏🏿👌🏾🔥,' posted Gilbert Arenas after his son dominated in one of his basketball games. According to ESPN's SportsCenter Next, Aloni Arenas is on the path to becoming a future NBA player.
Gia Arenas
- daughter of Gilbert Arenas and Lindsey Faulk
Over the years, Gilbert Arenas welcomed his youngest daughter, Gia Arenas, with his then-girlfriend, Lindsey Faulk. Gia Arenas shares daily videos on Instagram with her followers. She is also part of a cheerleading team and won the National Cheerleading Association Division Championship in 2024.
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How many kids does Gilbert Arenas share with Laura Govan?
Gilbert Arenas shares 4 kids with Lura Govan.
How many kids does Gilbert Arenas share with Lindsey Faulk?
Gilbert Arenas shares one daughter with Lindsey Faulk.
Why was Gilbert Arenas arrested?
Gilbert Arenas was arrested for his alleged involvement in running illegal gambling operations.
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