Who is Alijah Arenas? Meet 3x NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas' son playing in high schoolÂ
Alijah Arenas is a five-star shooting guard from Chatsworth (California) High School. While his father, Gilbert Arenas, was a three-time NBA All-Star with the Washington Wizards known for his scintillating scoring talent, the son's basketball path is tracking higher.
Alijah is ranked fourth in the 2026 class by ESPN, while Gilbert was ranked 99th in the Class of 1999.
Born into a basketball background, his upbringing has been under a father who dominated NBA games. Often, Gilbert Arenas refers to how his NBA experience rubs off in the advice and training he offers to Alijah.
His family life is not all about basketball. His mother, Laura Govan, doubles as a reality TV personality, featuring in "Basketball Wives: LA." His siblings are Izela, Aloni and Hamiley. The family often posts photos on social media.
Izela, who was a four-star prospect, is a freshman guard for the 24th-ranked Louisville Cardinals.
Alijah Arenas, high school basketball star
Alijah Arenas measures 6-foot-5, according to 247Sports. Last season, he averaged 33 points per game, according to High School on SI. On3 reported on Wednesday that Kentucky offered Arenas. He also holds offers from Arizona, his father's alma mater, as well as UCLA, Kansas, Texas and Alabama.
Alijah wants to build his way, not basking in his father's glory. Coaches and scouts are in love with how he performs under duress, his physicalness on both ends and the way he leads on the court.
According to his father, Alijah is a man of focus and hard work off the court and often points out these aspect on social media. Gilbert credited his son for his dedication and pointed out that he is earning his accolades and not resting on laurels because of his name.
Alijah Arenas is dominating with a strong support system and a never-ending will to win. Scouts and fans are excited about him as he continues creating waves.