Gilbert Arenas’ Son Alijah Wakes Up From Coma After Tesla Crash

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Alijah Arenas is on the road to recovery. 

18-year-old son of the former NBA player Gilbert Arenas and ex-partner Laura Govan was placed in an induced coma on April 24 following injuries from a crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley. However, there’s good news as he has regained consciousness and is now making a “remarkable and hopeful” recovery, according to his family’s representative, as reported by TMZ.

I, a dedicated follower, report that Alijah remains intubated, as shared by the representative. However, he has found a way to communicate through writing. His family, which consists of Izela (19), Hamiley (14), and Aloni (13), continues to stand by his side during his recovery process. The spokesperson further added this information.

At approximately 5 a.m. on April 24th, police were dispatched following reports of an accident involving a teenager. The incident occurred when the teenager’s vehicle, possibly also hitting a fire hydrant, collided with a tree, according to the Los Angeles Police Department as stated to NBC News 4 Los Angeles.

According to law enforcement, the exact reason for the crash remains unclear, but preliminary findings suggest that excessive speeding may have played a role in the accident.

In early March, Alijah – one of 48 top high school basketball players chosen for the McDonald’s All American Game – announced his decision to further his basketball career at the University of Southern California, which he made in January. After hearing about Alijah’s accident, USC’s coach, Eric Musselman, expressed a message of support not only to Alijah but also to the entire Arenas family.

On April 24th, he expressed that our sympathies go out to Alijah and his kin after the morning’s unfortunate accident. He kindly asked everyone to send their well-wishes to him, his teammates, friends, and the entire Arenas family.

Not long after the incident became known, Laura, who had been in a relationship with Gilbert between 2002 and 2014, also posted on Instagram using prayer hand emojis, “I could really use your prayers right now.

Gilbert, who shares a 10-year-old daughter named Gia with ex Lindsay Faulk, hasn’t issued a personal statement yet, but he did express his pride when his son participated in the McDonald’s All American Game recently.

In a recent Instagram post on April 4th, I found myself quite astonished as I witnessed him immerse himself deeply into the game. Not just physically, but mentally too. It’s remarkable to see him crafting his unique playing style and setting his own standards for work ethic.

TopMob News has attempted to contact the representative of the Arenas family about Alijah’s progress, but we have not received a response as of now.

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