Gil's Arena

Gil's Arena

Founded and run by the one and only, Gilbert Arenas. LIVE T-W-Th 11:30PT/2:30 ET on YouTube. Beyond becoming one of the most unstoppable scorers of his era, Agent Zero is one of the most celebrated personalities the league has ever seen. Follow along for his insight, views on the game, and theories that will make you look at basketball (plus the world around it) differently… https://www.youtube.com/@GilsArena/

  1. 19 HRS AGO

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Bronny James' BREAKOUT Game

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Bronny James' BREAKOUT Game as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return to the Arena and kick off NBA tip-off week by reacting to break out games from the Lakers' rookies Bronny James & Dalton Knecht and discuss if their contributions along with Preseason Star Quincy Olivari will be enough to deliver LeBron & The Lakers with an NBA Championship.with a debate over which NBA team is under the most pressure heading into the 2024 NBA season. Next they discuss Doc Rivers and the Milwaukee Bucks after the breaking news that Khris Middleton will be missing the Bucks' opening game and debate if Doc is in danger of getting fired if the Bucks fail to live up to expectations again this season. Then they move over to the NBA's western conference where they react to Kevin Durant comparing his Phoenix Suns to the Kansas City Chiefs and discuss how much pressure the Suns' big 3 of Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal are under to deliver this season after disappointing immensely in their first season together. Finally, Gil & The Crew Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Sheryl Swoopes, & Kenyon Martin Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 WNBA Finals Game 5 Reaction 0:05:15 Lynx Head Coach Calls Out The WNBA Refs 0:11:23 WNBA's Record Breaking Season 0:16:38 Has Doc Rivers Come Up Short? 0:20:20 Doc Rivers On The Hot Seat 0:26:00 Bucks Want To Bring Back Thanasis 0:35:35 Does Dame Make Giannis Better? 0:52:04 BREAKING NEWS: Jalen Green Signs Extension 1:17:30 Bronny James' Best NBA Performance 1:32:42 Quincy Olivari's Breakout Summer 1:53:36 Jalen Sugg's Extension 2:07:36 Pressure's On For KD & The Suns 2:08:37 MostlyFans 2:23:40 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 32m
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Gil's Arena Reacts To The WILD Giannis Trade Rumors

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Giannis Antetokounmpo's WILD Trade Rumors as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return to the arena for one last show this week and give their reactions to Giannis putting the pressure on and announcing that the Milwaukee Bucks may trade their superstar if he fails to come through in the playoffs this season. Gil & The Crew discuss the validity of Giannis' comments and debate if this was a good move from the Greek Freak or just a tactic to force the Bucks front office to go for it again this season. Next, they react to Sabrina Ionescu's legendary game winner in the WNBA Finals between the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty and debate if this dagger was the final nail in the coffin for the WNBA Championship or if the Lynx will find a way to battle back into the series. Finally, Gil & The Crew continue the preseason tradition of destroying ESPN's Top 100 NBA Rankings by breaking down the top 10 still dominated by legends like LeBron James & Steph Curry and highlighting all the lower ranked snubs like James Harden, Jaylen Brown and Kyrie Irving. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Lexie Brown, Brandon Jennings, & Kenyon Martin Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code GILSARENA at http://huel.com/GILSARENA Fuel your best performance with Huel today! SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 Which NBA Legend Would Average The Most PPG 0:07:20 Sabrina Ionescu's Dagger in WNBA Finals 0:22:23 Ionescu's All WNBA Team Snub 0:26:58 ESPN's Top 100 Rankings 0:34:54 Giannis Trade Rumors 0:55:55 Kawhi Leonard OUT Indefinitely 1:11:33 Harden's Role Without Kawhi 1:20:13 Lonzo Ball Hibachi Time 1:42:19 Zach Lavine's Future With The Bulls 2:06:01 MostlyFans 2:16:15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 29m
  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    Gil's Arena Breaks Down The Golden State Warriors' NEW Era

    Gil's Arena Breaks Down The Golden State Warriors' NEW Era as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return to the arena and preview the upcoming NBA season for one of the league's most interesting teams in the Golden State Warriors. They discuss how Steph Curry & Draymond Green will keep their NBA dynasty alive and debate if Jonathan Kuminga will be the right player to step up or if they will have to make a move to acquire a 3rd star, with Gil highlighting Jimmy Butler as a great option to save this dynasty. They also break down Klay Thompson's rocky debut with his new squad the Dallas Mavericks and debate if anyone should be concerned with the sharpshooters performance heading into the season. Next, the crew discusses the ongoing developments with Kawhi Leonard's injury and debate how many games he needs to play this season to keep the Los Angeles Clippers in NBA Championship contention & still be considered an elite player before reacting to some good news around the league like Lonzo Ball making his much awaited return to the NBA where he finally gets the opportunity to shine alongside Zach Lavine on the Chicago Bulls. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, & Kenyon Martin Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:09 Gil's WILD Rookie Season 0:09:23 Gil's Arena Merch Coming Soon 0:19:14 Kawhi Leonard's Already Hurt 0:20:54 Is Kawhi Still An Elite Player? 0:41:04 Gil Was Bronny's Favorite Player 0:47:26 The Lakers Didnt Do Enough This Summer 0:54:07 Is Today's NBA Too Friendly?? 1:03:46 Is Kuminga Ready To Be The Dubs 2nd Option? 1:36:19 Jimmy Butler's Future With Miami 1:49:59 Lonzo Ball's NBA Return 2:07:02 MostlyFans 2:21:24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 29m
  4. 6 DAYS AGO

    Gil's Arena Reacts To The 76ers ROCKY Preseason Start

    Gil's Arena Reacts To The Philadelphia 76ers' Pre-Season Injuries as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew discuss Paul George going down with a hyper extended knee before his 76ers career even began and Joel Embiid announcing that he is likely done playing back to back games for the rest of his career. They debate if this is the right move for the oft-injured big man and if Embiid & Tyrese Maxey will be able to hold down the fort while PG recovers early in the season. Next, Gil & The Crew give their savage reactions to the viral exchange between Chris Miles & Sam Mitchell on NBA TV and tell stories of times where jokes turned serious during their playing days in the NBA. Finally, The Crew turns their attention to the 23rd annual NBA GM Survey where they debate if the NBA's best and brightest got it right answering questions like who's the best player by position and what team has the best starting 5 before wrapping up the show with another reaction to more injury news with Kawhi Leonard as the Los Angeles Clippers superstar is set to miss the NBA Preseason, sparking a debate on if the former Finals MVP should still be considered an elite player in the league. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, & Nick Young Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena To get $15 off your first order and find out if Ro Sparks are right for you, go to ro.co/ARENA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:09 Time NBA Locker Room Pranks Went TOO FAR 0:07:59 Joel Embiid Is DONE With Back To Backs 0:24:34 Embiid's Place Within the Top 10 Centers 0:53:19 Paul George's Pre-Season Injury 0:57:40 De'Aaron Fox Turns Down Extension 1:11:28 The NBA GM Survey is RIGGED 1:46:04 How Wemby Will Get Even Better This Season 1:59:53 Best Player By Position According To GM's 2:05:08 MostlyFans 2:19:43 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 36m
  5. OCT 14

    Gil's Arena Reacts To The HOSTILE Knicks & T-Wolves Trade

    Gil's Arena Reacts To The HOSTILE New York Knicks & Minnesota Timberwolves Trade as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return for the Season 3 premiere of Gil's Arena and kick things off by reacting to the latest trade that rocked the NBA landscape, sending Karl Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte Divencenzo and other assets. They breakdown how KAT fits in with the new look Knicks and debate if his presence moves the needle for a Knicks squad looking to compete at the top of the NBA's Eastern Conference. They also react to Donte Divencenzo's hostile response to the trade that saw him clown his former coach mid game and get into it with Rick Brunson following the team's recent preseason battle. Finally, it wouldn't be a new season of Gil's Arena without some Los Angeles Lakers talk so Gil & The Crew give their thoughts on LeBron James sharing the court with Bronny for the very first time and give their realistic expectations for LeBron, Bronny & JJ Redick this season as the Lakeshow look to finally re-enter the conversation with the NBA's elite. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Brandon Jennings & Kenyon Martin Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:04 Best Moments of Season 2 0:07:10 Knicks Timberwolves Trade Reaction 0:16:42 Which Team Goes Deeper In The NBA Playoffs? 0:29:32 Examining The Knicks New Starting 5 0:37:30 Donte Divencenzo vs Rick Brunson 0:44:26 Expectations for Ant-Man & T-Wolves 0:51:15 Josh Hart FIRES BACK At Mr B 1:04:58 Gil's Arena Merch Coming Soon 1:12:02 LeBron & Bronny Share The Court 1:16:06 Ant-Man on The NBA's New Leadership Style 1:53:18 MostlyFans 2:23:12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 30m
  6. SEPT 25

    Gil's Arena GOES WILD Celebrating Our Season 2 Finale

    Gil's Arena GOES WILD Celebrating Our Season 2 Finale as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew take the couch one last time to close out another hostile & iconic season of everyone's favorite hoops and culture podcast. They open up the show by reacting to the report that Kawhi Leonard has undergone ANOTHER surgery on his knee and lay out what this means for the Los Angeles Clippers' championship window entering the 2024 season. They also break down JJ Redick naming the Los Angeles Lakers starting five and give realistic expectations for LeBron James & Anthony Davis' squad heading into a make or break season. Finally, Gil & The Crew react to Jaylen Brown's slanderous comments on playing against bottom teams like the Detroit Pistons and discuss if they attacked bad team any differently during their time in the NBA. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Bomani Jones, Kenyon Martin, Rashad McCants, Brandon Jennings, Swaggy P & Lexie Brown Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code GIL at https://my.huel.com/gilsarenasept24. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A Special Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena To get $15 off your first order and find out if Ro Sparks are right for you, go to ro.co/ARENA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:02 Hardest Thing Hoopers Have To Deal With 0:09:50 Lexie's Cooking Skills 0:40:58 Gil's Go To Dish To Cook 0:45:31 Bomani Jones Joins The Show 0:58:49 Kawhi Leonard Undergoes Another Knee Surgery 1:00:17 Will The Clippers Regret Picking Kawhi over PG 1:30:39 Bomani on Woj's Retirement 1:37:48 LeBron James Doesn't Play 1on1 1:44:02 UNLV QB Transfers over NIL Dispute 2:03:46 MostlyFans 2:48:58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 54m
  7. SEPT 24

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Joel Embiid's MASSIVE New Contract

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Joel Embiid's MASSIVE New Contract as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down Embiid's decision to stick with the process and commit 3 more years to the Philadelphia 76ers. They discuss how this deal puts Embiid in elite company as Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Giannis Antetokounmpo are the only active players to have stayed loyal to a team for this long and debate if this commitment along with the growth of Tyrese Maxey's game & addition of Paul George will be the final piece to finally get the Philadelphia 76ers over the edge in the playoffs. Next, they react to Anthony Edwards' questionable style at the premiere of Netflix's Starting Five which sparks a discussion amongst the couch over the best and worst dressed players from their time in the NBA before breaking down A'ja Wilson's unanimous WNBA MVP award and the start of the WNBA playoffs. Finally, No Chill Gil & the Gil's Arena Crew give a SAVAGE reaction to Vlade Divac's delusional idea that De'Aaron Fox will have a better career than Luka Doncic before giving NBA legend Derrick Rose his flowers after he was waived by the Memphis Grizzlies. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Brandon Jennings & Lexie Brown Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A Special Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena To get $15 off your first order and find out if Ro Sparks are right for you, go to ro.co/ARENA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:07 Recapping Mr. B's Wild Birthday Party 0:05:26 Anthony Edwards' Insane Red Carpet Fit 0:09:42 Gil's Arena's Best Dressed Teammates 0:15:52 Gil's Arena's Worst Dressed Teammates 0:17:32 Joel Embiid's MASSIVE Extension 0:19:47 The Impact of Embiid's Health on His Legacy 0:36:32 Will Embiid Ever Win A Title? 0:56:46 Jimmy Butler Was The 76ers Missing Piece 1:01:59 Ro Sparks Segment 1:07:11 Vlade Divac's Worst NBA Move Ever 1:12:58 How Tall is Luka Doncic? 1:21:30 How Good Is A Luka & Fox Backcourt? 1:24:08 Is Luka The Same Player in Sacramento? 1:31:43 A'ja Wilson's Unanimous MVP 1:38:20 Can The Aces 3 Peat? 1:51:25 Caitlin Clark's WNBA Playoff Debut 1:53:22 Rashad Calls Out Kendrick Perkins 2:08:17 Is Derrick Rose A Hall of Famer? 2:09:28 MostlyFans 2:32:03 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 47m
  8. SEPT 17

    Gil's Arena GETS REAL On Caitlin Clark's Dominant Season

    Gil's Arena GETS REAL On Caitlin Clark & WNBA Playoffs as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew welcome Sheryl Swoopes back into the arena to break down the exciting end to the WNBA season and set the record straight on her feelings towards Caitlin Clark. With the WNBA season winding down they react to the record breaking year for the league discussing A'ja Wilson potentially putting up the best individual season in league history, Angel Reese setting the rookie rebounding record before her season was cut short due to injury, and Caitlin Clark destroying the league assist and rookie scoring record. They also react to Jayson Tatum's comments that the Boston Celtics will rematch the Dallas Mavericks in the 2025 NBA Finals and give their own WAY TOO Early NBA Finals Predictions. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants & Sheryl Swoopes Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A Special Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena Use code GIL10 for 10% off tickets on SeatGeek (up to $20 off) https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sponsored by SeatGeek SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:21 Colorado State vs Shedeur Sanders 0:07:46 Is Good Sportsmanship Overrated? 0:18:18 Dwyane Wade's Statue 0:36:32 Toughest Part Of D-Wades Game 0:39:00 A'Ja Wilson's Historic Season 0:51:15 Breaking Down The Fever's Playoff Chances 1:02:51 Caitlin Clark Is NOT A Dominant Player 1:15:51 Jayson Tatum Predicts A Finals Rematch 2:03:19 Way Too Early NBA Finals Predictions 2:18:13 MostlyFans 2:25:55 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 44m

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Founded and run by the one and only, Gilbert Arenas. LIVE T-W-Th 11:30PT/2:30 ET on YouTube. Beyond becoming one of the most unstoppable scorers of his era, Agent Zero is one of the most celebrated personalities the league has ever seen. Follow along for his insight, views on the game, and theories that will make you look at basketball (plus the world around it) differently… https://www.youtube.com/@GilsArena/

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