{
  "id": 13735010,
  "title": "Gilbert Arenas’ Son Alijah Impresses in USC Preseason Debut",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/gilbert-arenas-son-alijah-impresses-in-usc-preseason-debut",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T14:31:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/gilbert-arenas-son-alijah-impresses-in-usc-preseason-debut-12552408"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gilbert Arenas' son, Alijah Arenas, demonstrated his potential in USC's preseason basketball game against North Carolina. The sophomore guard scored 17 points, shooting 7-of-15 from the field and adding four assists, in what proved to be a promising start. Despite USC's loss, Arenas' performance highlighted his skills as a scorer and playmaker, factors that contributed to his selection as a five-star recruit. His freshman year, however, was marred by a serious car accident and subsequent knee injury that delayed his return. Nevertheless, Arenas has the chance to contribute immediately this season, providing USC with another offensive option alongside senior guard Rodney Rice. The exhibition game also allowed head coach Eric Musselman to assess a roster with promising newcomers, as USC struggled offensively and got outrebounded significantly in the loss. Nonetheless, Arenas' debut was encouraging, signifying a fresh start for the talented young guard and USC fans.",
  "summary": "Gilbert Arenas' son Alijah scores 17 points in USC's exhibition loss to North Carolina ahead of his sophomore season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Alijah Arenas scores 17 points in USC's preseason debut against North Carolina.",
    "He shoots 7-of-15 from the field and adds four assists.",
    "Arenas selected as five-star recruit despite freshman year setbacks."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}