Angel Sky extends affection towards USC pledge Alijah Arenas after auto collision
Title: basketball star Angel Reese offers support for USC commit Alijah Arenas following accident
In a heartwarming gesture, basketball sensation Angel Reese has extended her sympathies to Alijah Arenas, a USC basketball hopeful, who tragically fell into a coma after a horrific car accident on Thursday morning.
Reese's heartfelt message, posted on her X page, reads, "Prayers for Alijah."
The incident unfolded in the early hours of Thursday, with Alijah, the son of former NBA player Gilbert Arenas, reportedly losing control of his Tesla Cybertruck, causing it to collide with a tree and a fire hydrant, sparking a fire.
Los Angeles Fire Department's public information officer reported that they responded to the scene at 4:55 a.m., finding the 18-year-old driver in a grave condition. He was transported to the hospital immediately.
Alijah committed to USC in January hailing from Chatsworth High School in Chatsworth, California.
Reese has been extending her supportive hand following unfortunate incidents. Recently, she expressed her grief over the tragic suicide of LSU football player Kyren Lacy on April 13.
The timing of her messages was particularly poignant, considering her recent encounter with Alijah just a few days ago.
A recent encounter between Reese and Arenas speaks volumes
On April 1, Reese attended the 2025 McDonalds All American Game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Alijah represented Team West, scoring 11 points and playing for 14 minutes.
After the game, the two athletes shared an emotional moment, discussing their basketball prowess and expressing mutual encouragement. This touching encounter now takes on a deeper meaning following the tragic accident.
We send our heartfelt wishes to Alijah Arenas and his family during these challenging times.
Background Insights:
- The accident occurred in the Reseda area of the San Fernando Valley at approximately 4:56 a.m.[2][3].
- Preliminary reports indicate that drugs and alcohol were not factors in the accident[3].
- After the crash, Alijah was transported to the hospital in serious condition. He was placed in an induced coma as a precautionary measure[2][4].
- As of Friday, Alijah was reported to be out of the induced coma, maintaining a stable condition, with no broken bones according to initial tests[1][2].
- Basketball sensation Angel Reese attended the 2025 McDonalds All American Game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she had an emotional meeting with USC commit Alijah Arenas.
- On April 1, Alijah represented Team West, scoring 11 points and playing for 14 minutes in the game.
- After the game, a recent encounter between Reese and Arenas spoke volumes, with both athletes expressing mutual encouragement about their basketball prowess.
- This touching encounter now takes on a deeper meaning following the tragic accident that Alijah Arenas went through, leaving us hoping for his swift recovery.
