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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Like Puss and Boots" - Gilbert Arenas makes an interesting comparison while reviewing Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3
Gilbert Arenas makes an interesting comparison while reviewing Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 (Image Credit: Getty Images) Gilbert Arenas gave an honest review of Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3. He compared his performance in the first three quarters of the game to the movie Puss and Boots to describe his slow start. However, he went on to appreciate Town's performance in the fourth quarter, where he scored 20 points. Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 reminded Gilbert Arenas of a movie Gilbert Arenas spoke about Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 on his show Gil's Arena. He candidly compared his slow performance at the start of the game to a movie. Talking about Town's start in Game 3, he said: 'Um, first three quarters, I mean, or since game two, he was playing like literally puss and boots. Puss and Boots. Have you ever seen the movie Puss and Boots? And he had one life left and he was scared to do anything. that's how he's been playing uh since game two.' KAT's INSANE Game Turns Gil BACK Into A Knicks Fan Game 3 coincided with Dominican Mother's Day. Keeping the occasion in mind, Gilbert was asked, 'How impressive was Cat's 20-point fourth quarter on Dominican Mother's Day?' In response to this question, Gilbert made the Puss and Boots comparison and gave an interesting twist to the whole conversation. NBA veteran Gilbert Arenas appreciated Karl-Anthony Towns' comeback in fourth quarter of Game 3 Gilbert Arenas quickly segued the conversation to the section of the game where Karl-Anthony Towns took control of the game. Speaking of his performance in the fourth quarter, he said: 'But, you know, I'm going to give him his credit that he showed up in the fourth quarter. He did what he's supposed to do against the players that's guarding him, right? As slowoot as you are, they can't keep up with you. And I I don't understand why you sit here and take these these far ass three-pointers randomly for no reason because you're open when you can drive the whole time.' Karl-Anthony Towns GOES OFF for 20 POINTS in 4th QTR to win Game 3 vs Pacers Elaborating further, he said: 'So, the fact that in the fourth quarter you started driving, taking these guys off the dribble, realizing that's your advantage, kind of makes me feel [Music] like this series would have been over if you wouldn't have did that [ __ ] in game one, right? Chucking those threes at the 8-minute mark. Could have just been driving, taking these guys to the hole.' Uh, game two is whatever, game two. But game three, it's like you you had four four points in the first three quarter. Just shows, man, like when you're not engaged, dude, you're not engaged. Like when you're really just out there floating, you're you're no use to the team, you know? So like you can see that this is these guys can't stay in front of you. You game four, this is how you finish the the the uh the fourth quarter. That's how you're supposed to be starting this the next game and every quarter after that.' Also Read: 'Grit and Continuity' - Karl-Anthony Towns reveals team dynamics as he leads the New York Knicks to victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Karl-Anthony Towns' performance led the team to a crucial win in Game 3, improving team New York Knicks' chances in the series. He earned a big fan in Gilbert who chose the Knicks' side after the team made the comeback with a 100-106 win in Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
"I'd probably score 84 or 85" - Gilbert Arenas admits he dreamed about revenge game vs. Duke after 2004 Team USA snub
Fans and analysts love to speculate about hypothetical matchups. Many people are curious about how a certain player would perform against a particular team. In late January 2007, Gilbert Arenas was asked a similar question — how he, as an NBA player in his sixth season, would fare against the Duke Blue Devils roster at that time. Staying true to his confident style, "Agent Zero" gave a bold answer. Arenas felt snubbed It helps to look back at the summer of 2006 to really understand why Arenas mentioned that specific hypothetical matchup. Advertisement Back then, Team USA was led by a special coaching trio, each with their own head coaching jobs during the regular season. Mike Krzyzewski of Duke University led the team, assisted by Mike D'Antoni of the Phoenix Suns and Nate McMillan of the Portland Trail Blazers. When the final roster for the 2006 FIBA World Championship was announced, Washington Wizards playmaker wasn't on the list. Many thought this decision was fair, considering the amount of top talent in the country. However, others — including Gil himself — saw his exclusion as a clear snub. Feeling overlooked but determined to prove his value, the reigning All-Star set a personal goal: to dominate every NBA team coached by those who had left him off the national squad that won the bronze medal in Japan while he had to stay home. Related: Michael Jordan told Phil Jackson that Scottie Pippen was the second-best player on the 1992 Dream Team: "He was a legitimate star" Arenas' revenge "Agent Zero's" personal vendetta began to take shape when he scored 54 points on 21-of-37 shooting against the Suns on December 22, 2006. Advertisement That incredible performance — Gil's second-highest NBA scoring game — did not go unnoticed. Afterward, D'Antoni made a clever comment, aware of how upset Arenas still was about being left off the Team USA roster. He joked that if Hibachi already took such revenge on him — then only an assistant coach for Team USA — he wondered what the 6'4" point guard would do against Duke, saying he'd "absolutely dominate" Coach K's team. Reflecting on this, Arenas wrote in an blog that if he could change anything, he would gladly give up an entire NBA season just to play one college game against the 2006-07 Blue Devils, who had players like Josh McRoberts, Gerald Henderson Jr. and Jon Scheyer. "One college game that's five fouls, right?... 40-minute game at Duke, they got soft rims I'd probably score 84 or 85," quipped Arenas, per ESPN. "I wouldn't pass the ball. I wouldn't even think about passing it. It would be like a NBA Live or an NBA 2k7 game, you just shoot with one person." Advertisement For context, the highest single-game scoring record in NCAA history belongs to former Division III's Jack Taylor, who scored 138 points for Grinnell College on November 20, 2012. Although the Duke vs. Wizards matchup never happened, the now 43-year-old got his chance for revenge in two games against the Suns and two against the Blazers under coach McMillan that year. While Arenas averaged a blazing 42.5 points per contest against Phoenix, his scoring dropped to just 14.0 points against Portland, showing that his vendetta was somewhat one-sided. Related: "He has all the shooters on the bench" - Gilbert Arenas on why he knew Team USA wouldn't win gold in the '06 FIBA WC
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
Gilbert Arenas says son's fiery Cybertruck crash caused by faulty steering wheel
Gilbert Arenas says son's fiery Cybertruck crash caused by faulty steering wheel Show Caption Hide Caption NBA Finals predictions: Are the Thunder and Knicks locks for the NBA Finals? The For The Hoops crew make their picks for the NBA Finals. The Thunder vs. Knicks seem to be a popular pick, but are we counting the Timberwolves and Pacers out too early? Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas said his son is "lucky" to be alive after being trapped for 10 minutes inside a burning car last month. On the "All the Smoke" podcast, the 11-year NBA veteran said his son Alijah – a McDonald's high school All-American who has committed to Southern California – crashed his Cybertruck into a fire hydrant and a tree due to a steering wheel malfunction. Arenas went into detail about the frightening situation that resulted when the Tesla caught fire and Alijah was unable to escape because the doors were locked and he couldn't break the vehicle's bulletproof windows. "He's on the phone with 9-1-1 – I'm trying to get that call – he's on the phone with them for 10 minutes, so I know he was at least in the car for 10 minutes," Arenas told co-host Matt Barnes. "If you are a parent and your teen has this car, you might want to put a hammer in that joint, something that can break the window. Because physically, he said he was trying to kick the window in and couldn't." 'You're a lucky one to see this.' Gilbert Arenas opens up to Matt about his son's fiery single-car crash in late-April. ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged is available on YouTube! — All the Smoke (@allthesmokeprod) May 19, 2025 Arenas' son was pulled from the Cybertruck by some bystanders and taken to the hospital, where he was put into an induced coma overnight. He eventually recovered and was released from the hospital a week later. "When he got home we had flowers for him. And I gave him that speech. 'You're a lucky one to see this. Most people don't get to see the flowers and how everyone reacts when something happens,'" Arenas recalled. Alijah Arenas, 18, is a five-star guard at Chatsworth (California) High School. He announced in January that he would commit to USC after his senior year concludes. GIlbert Arenas played 11 seasons in the NBA for the Golden State Warriors, Washington Wizards, Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies. He was a three-time All-Star with Washington and a three-time All-NBA selection from 2005-2007.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
What led to Alijah Arenas' life-threatening accident? Father Gilbert Arenas claims reason behind the Cybertruck crash
Alijah Arenas and Gilbert Arenas. Image via: Flight Club Invitational | Richard Winton/X In late April, former NBA star Gilbert Arenas faced every parent's worst nightmare. His son, Alijah Arenas , an 18-year-old basketball phenom committed to USC, was involved in a terrifying car crash while driving a Tesla Cybertruck. The vehicle struck a tree and a fire hydrant in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley and burst into flames, leaving Alijah trapped inside. Now, Gilbert has shared new details answering the burning question of what led to the horrific crash. Gilbert Arenas revealed the reason behind Alijah Arenas' life-threatening accident The crash happened around 5 a.m. on April 24. Alijah Arenas, who was behind the wheel, inhaled a large amount of smoke and had to be placed in a medically induced coma. Fortunately, he didn't suffer any broken bones. He was released from the hospital six days later and is now recovering at home under close medical watch. But the story behind the crash has raised troubling questions about the Tesla Cybertruck's safety. Appearing on the All The Smoke podcast, Gilbert Arenas explained what really happened. 'The car malfunctioned on him. The steering wheel went limp and ran him right into a tree,' he said, rejecting speculation that his son had fallen asleep at the wheel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Arenas added that Alijah was on the phone with 911 for nearly 10 minutes while the vehicle burned around him. 'He couldn't break the window,' he said. 'Physically, he said he was trying to kick the window in and couldn't. If you're a parent and your teen has this car, you might want to put a hammer in that joint.' The Tesla Cybertruck's shatter-resistant, bulletproof glass, marketed as a selling point, made it nearly impossible for Alijah to escape. According to a family statement shared by TMZ, the rescue effort came down to sheer determination and luck. One good Samaritan recounted hearing banging from inside the car: 'I couldn't see anything because the smoke was so thick.' Eventually, a slight crack in one of the windows allowed bystanders to pry it open and pull Alijah out. 'The car was on fire. We just knew we had to get him out.' Gilbert revealed how emotional it was to see his son alive after the ordeal. 'Once he got his personality back… our jokes came back and I'm like, 'Damn boy, you almost went extra crispy on me man.'' He said he used the moment to remind Alijah of how rare second chances are. 'You're a lucky one to see this,' he told him. 'Most people don't get to see the flowers and how everyone reacts when something happens… You can't take this sh-t for granted. ' Since the crash, Tesla has not issued a public statement about the alleged malfunction. Meanwhile, the Arenas family is focused on Alijah's recovery. Also Read: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder (05/20): Box score, player stats, game summary and more Alijah's basketball career is still on track, and with USC on the horizon. He's carrying a powerful life experience that could shape his future both on and off the court. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Tesla malfunction that nearly killed NBA legend Gilbert Arenas' son
Tesla malfunction that nearly killed NBA legend Gilbert Arenas' son READ MORE: Fresh details emerge of car crash that left Alijah Arenas in coma Gilbert Arenas has revealed the major Tesla Cybertruck malfunction that led to a near-fatal car crash for his son, Alijah, late last month. The rising basketball player was briefly placed into an induced coma after he crashed his Tesla early in the morning of April 24, with the vehicle catching fire. And according to former Wizards star Arenas, the crash occurred after the car's steering wheel 'went limp' - leading his son to crash into a tree. TMZ reported that investigators did not see any signs of intoxication in Alijah after he was pulled from the burning car. The 18-year-old spent 'at least 10 minutes' in the burning car, Arenas said on All the Smoke, as another design flaw kept him trapped in the car. Arenas said Alijah was physically unable to break the car's windows, which are designed to be extremely shatter-resistant. Gilbert Arenas' son, Alijah, was placed into an induced coma after the crash on April 24 Alijah nearly died after the steering wheel in the car 'went limp' according to his dad Gilbert Arenas claims Cybertruck malfunction caused his son Alijah's fiery crash. (✍🏾: #TSRStaffLG) — TheShadeRoom (@TheShadeRoom) May 20, 2025 'If you're a parent and your teen has this car, you might want to put a hammer in that joint,' Arenas said. Following the crash and Alijah's discharge from the hospital, he was welcomed home with a heartwarming display of flowers, balloons and gifts. However, Arenas made sure to tell Alijah how fortunate he was. 'You're a lucky one to see this,' he recalled saying to Alijah, on All the Smoke. 'Most people don't get to see the flowers and how everyone reacts when something happens …You can't take this s*** for granted.' Alijah broke no bones in the accident according to ESPN, though he inhaled a significant amount of smoke. As relayed in a family statement, one of the Good Samaritans who rescued Alijah from the burning car said they heard 'banging on the car window, but I couldn't see anything because the smoke was so thick. 'That's when I realized someone was inside. I tried to break the window, but it wouldn't give. Then I saw one of the windows was cracked just enough and we used everything we had to bend it and pull him out. The car was on fire. We just knew we had to get him out.' Arenas, 43, is seen talking to his son during halftime of a basketball game in March 2024 Alijah's family added: 'This act of courage, along with Alijah's incredible will to survive, has been nothing short of miraculous. The family continues to ask for the public's prayers and support as their miracle baby fights his way back to a full recovery. Alijah is a five-star basketball prospect committed to play at USC next season, and he played in the prestigious McDonald's All-American Game earlier this year. Arenas, 43, was a three-time All-Star for the Wizards as he established himself as one of the NBA's premier scorers in the mid 2000's. He last appeared in the league in 2012 before playing a brief stint with the Shanghai Sharks.
