Alijah Arenas has been discharged from the hospital days after crashing his Tesla Cybertruck in Los Angeles last week, according to TMZ Sports.
Following his hospital stay, Alijah’s family released a statement noting that the future USC basketball star was “now resting comfortably under close watch,” adding that his journey to full recovery is “just beginning.” The statement also said that his spirit is “strong” and he is continually “surrounded by love and support.”
“We are grateful to share that Alijah Arenas has been released from the hospital and is now resting comfortably under close watch,” the statement read. “While his journey to full recovery is just beginning, his spirit remains strong, and he is surrounded by love and support.
“The Govan and Arenas family are preparing for the road ahead with faith and determination, committed to nurturing Alijah back to 100%. He remains blessed, resilient, and in high spirits,” the statement continued.
The son of former NBA all-star Gilbert Arenas, Alijah, was placed in a medically induced coma after the Tesla Cyber Truck he was driving struck a tree and a fire hydrant shortly before 5 a.m. on Thursday, April 24, in Los Angeles.
On Gil’s Arena, Gilbert’s podcast, co-host Josiah Johnson shared that Alijah would soon be getting discharged from the hospital on Tuesday (April 29).
“Happy to announce that Alijah’s doing much better,” Johnson said. “Walking, talking, progressing very well, should be released from the hospital very soon.”
An official cause for the crash has not been released.
Regarded as one of the most sought-after players in the country, Alijah committed to USC in January after being ranked the No. 4 player and No. 1 shooting guard in the class of 2026. He requested to be reclassified to become a senior and graduate in 2025.