Alijah Arenas, Son of Gilbert Arenas, Commits to USC on Father’s Podcast

In a significant announcement for the USC Trojans basketball program, Alijah Arenas, a five-star shooting guard from Chatsworth, California, officially pledged his commitment to the University of Southern California on the latest episode of his father’s podcast, ‘Gil’s Arena’. The 6-foot-6 standout player, heralded for his skill set and potential, made headlines when he chose USC over other elite programs such as Kentucky, Arizona, Kansas, and Louisville. “It feels like home,” Alijah Arenas stated, expressing his excitement about joining the Trojans. His father, former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, was delighted by the news and affirmed that it was a decision made with much thought. Alijah’s commitment not only boosts USC’s recruiting class but also reaffirms the program’s rising status in college basketball. The Trojans’ head coach, Andy Enfield, is poised to integrate Alijah into a system aimed at competing for championships. The team has been active in the recruiting process, and Arenas’ pledge marks a significant win for the coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming season.