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USC Star Alijah Arenas Discharged After Serious Car Accident

5/1/2025

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Alijah Arenas, the 18-year-old USC basketball recruit and son of NBA legend Gilbert Arenas, has been discharged from the hospital following a harrowing car accident in Los Angeles. After battling smoke inhalation and spending time in an induced coma, he is now awake and on the road to recovery. The family asks for privacy during this challenging time.

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Alijah Arenas, the 18-year-old USC basketball recruit and son of NBA legend Gilbert Arenas, has been discharged from the hospital following a harrowing car accident in Los Angeles. After battling smoke inhalation and spending time in an induced coma, he is now awake and on the road to recovery. The family asks for privacy during this challenging time.