Alijah Arenas Recovers After Fiery Tesla Crash

Alijah Arenas, a highly ranked USC basketball recruit and son of former NBA player Gilbert Arenas, is making a strong recovery after a serious single-car crash in which his Tesla Cybertruck hit a fire hydrant and tree, causing the vehicle to catch fire. Arenas, 18, was pulled from the burning car by bystanders and placed in a medically induced coma due to severe smoke inhalation, but has since regained consciousness, is walking and talking, and is expected to be released from the hospital soon with no major injuries reported. Family statements highlight his significant progress but note he still faces a long road to full recovery. The crash occurred early Thursday morning as Arenas was returning from a workout, with police suspecting speed as a likely factor. Arenas, a five-star prospect and top-15 national recruit in the class of 2025, had recently committed to USC and is celebrated for his record-breaking high school basketball achievements. The Arenas and Govan families have expressed deep gratitude for the public's support and have requested privacy as he continues his recovery.