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Gil's Arena GOES WILD With Dwight Howard!! Aug 29, 2024

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Dwight Howard Enters Gil's Arena Live as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew welcome the future NBA Hall Of Famer & NBA Champion into the arena to dish on his incredible NBA Career and how he sees the game today. The 3x NBA defensive Player of the year gets real on Rudy Gobert's impact (or lack thereof) on defense and breaks down Victor Wembanyama's defensive potential, answering the question of whether or not he'll be the greatest defender in NBA History. He also gives his take on this season for the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of his former teammate JJ Redick's first season and gives his perspective on the current state of the Lakers as he was on the last Laker team to win an NBA Championship. Finally, Dwight backs up his claim that the 2008 redeem team is the best olympic team of all time and explains why that team would wash the 2024 Team USA squad in a 7 game series. To conclude, No Chill Gil & The Crew react to Steph Curry's massive extension and debate if it's the right move for Steph to stick with the Golden State Warriors despite their failures over the last few seasons. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Dwight Howard, Brandon Jennings, Nick Young, Kenyon Martin, Lexie Brown & Rashad McCants

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:00

Steph Curry's MASSIVE Extension 0:10:32

Nick Young's Wild Tweets 0:29:36

Who Is Better: Kyrie or Steph? 0:57:46

Dwight Asks: KD vs LeBron? 1:07:36

Does Dwight Howard Still Want To Play? 1:11:38

Dwight On Playing With Kobe & Steve Nash 1:18:27

Dwight On Rudy Gobert's Defensive Impact 1:21:10

Dwight On The Next Face Of The NBA 1:41:16

Dwight Howard On The End Of The 2020 Lakers 2:07:21

Who Would Dwight Build A Team Around 2:19:08

MostlyFans 2:21:15

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Gil's Arena DESTROYS NBA OGs For Disrespecting LeBron Aug 28, 2024

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Gil's Arena Debates The Boston Celtics' BIGGEST Threats In The East as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down who could give the reigning NBA Champion the most trouble in their quest to repeat this season, landing on Jalen Brunson & The New York Knicks and Giannis Antetokounmpo & The Milwaukee Bucks as the teams most likely to take over the NBA's Eastern Conference. They discuss if the Knicks did enough to make that leap by adding Mikal Bridges to an already potent lineup and give their take on the state of the Bucks as Giannis & Damian Lillard look to bounce back after an up and down first season of freak time. Next, they react to the ratings release of NBA 2K's top 10 players where Nikola Jokic took the top spot at 97 as the best player on the virtual court. They also react to LeBron James saying Bronny can't call him Dad when they're sharing the court with the Los Angeles Lakers and dissect the delicate balance LeBron will have to manage this season playing alongside his son before reacting to NBA Legends like Dennis Rodman & Mario Elie coming at the king. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:01

How Far Would You Go To Avoid Someone? 0:09:31

NBA 2k25's Top 10 Ratings 0:15:12

Gil Updates His All Time Top 5 Rankings 0:31:17

Breaking Down Talent vs Skill 0:45:34

LeBron's Rules For Bronny At Work 1:17:59

NBA OGs Hating On LeBron's "Buddy Ball" 1:36:31

Have The Knicks Done Enough To Make The Finals? 2:18:29

MostlyFans 2:33:57

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Gil's Arena ERUPTS Debating If The Old School NBA Had Skill Aug 27, 2024

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Gil's Arena ERUPTS Debating If The Old School NBA Had Skill as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Magic Johnson responding to Anthony Edwards comments that Michael Jordan was the only old school NBA player with skill and give their take on whether or not the future face of the NBA is right to say this generation is more skilled. Next, they react to Cooper Flagg signing with New Balance ahead of his college season at Duke, discussing if the young phenom made the right move with this historic NIL deal and share their experience with signing their shoe deals & designing their first signature shoe. Finally, the crew reacts to Nikola Jokic & Luka Doncic sharing a court during Goran Dragic's farewell game this weekend, sparking a discussion on which duo would form the most lethal partnership in league history. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:11

Brandon's Return To The Court 0:07:03

Gil's Pickleball Dominance 0:10:13

Reacting to The Kelce's $100M Podcast Deal 0:15:45

Cooper Flagg's New Balance Deal 0:25:45

How It Feels To Design A Signature Shoe 0:41:59

Did The 90's NBA Have No Skill? 0:56:36

Goran Dragic's Farewell Game 1:52:08

Best Exhibition Game You Played In? 2:04:34

Luka & Jokic Finally Team Up 2:11:44

MostlyFans 2:20:32

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Gil's Arena Reacts To The WNBA HATING On Caitlin Clark Aug 22, 2024

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Gil's Arena Reacts To The WNBA HATING On Caitlin Clark as Gilbert Arenas as The Gil's Arena Crew break down Caitlin Clark's DOMINANCE following the WNBA's return from the Olympic Break and analyze another instance of the WNBA hating on the rookie with some nasty work from Skylar Diggins-Smith. They also discuss the heated Rookie of The Year Race between Clark & Angel Reese and debate with superstar deserves the award the most as they are both setting records on the court and taking the W to new heights. Next, Gil & The Crew react to a slim Zion Williamson taking the internet by storm as the former #1 overall pick is reportedly below his college playing weight, sparking a debate if this is finally the year the megastar can avoid injury and put together an All-NBA Caliber season. Finally, Gil's Arena breaks down the state of the Milwaukee Bucks entering the 2024 NBA Season, analyzing Giannis Antetokounmpo's new look jump shot and reacting to Damian Lillard publicly stating that he deserves more respect. With Giannis potentially armed with even more scoring prowess and Dame now comfortable in his new city, Gil & The Gil's Arena Crew debate where the Bucks will finish this season & if Freak Time can find a way to get out of the 1st Round. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Lexie Brown, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:08

Gil Doesnt Pick Up His Trash 0:02:59

Hoopers That Are Incredible At 1 Specific Skill 0:11:59

What Is The Best Skill To Have All Time? 0:21:51

Skinny Zion Is Ready To Take Over 0:24:11

Lonzo Ball Is On His Way Back!! 0:40:35

Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese Are Changing The Game 0:53:19

Caitlin Clark For MVP 0:58:53

WNBA Is Hating On Caitlin 1:08:39

Team USA Should've Had Caitlin & Angel 1:24:49

Is Giannis Getting A Jumper??? 1:34:49

Damian Lillard Says He Gets No Credit!! 1:48:48

NBA National TV Games 2:04:12

Gil Challenges BJ to Putt Putt 2:20:52

MostlyFans 2:22:33

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Gil's Arena ERUPTS Debating KD vs Steph's Legacy Aug 20, 2024

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Gil's Arena DEBATES Who Takes The Philadelphia 76ers' Last Shot as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Paul George's comments over which of the Sixers' Big 3 will be shooting in the clutch and discuss how Joel Embiid & Tyrese Maxey will fit with their new superstar teammate. They also react to the war of words between Kevin Durant and Dennis Schroder over European Hoops and discuss KD's GOAT level presence on social media as one of the most hostile NBA tweeters ever. Next, they give their reactions to Rich Paul reportedly shutting down a potential trade to send LeBron James To the Golden State Warriors to play alongside Steph Curry & Draymond Green and discuss the importance of loyalty when it comes to an NBA superstar's legacy. Finally, they highlight the best games of the NBA's 2024 schedule and react to who got the best selection of national tv and marquee games. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, & Rashad McCants

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:06

Gil's All Star Photoshoot 0:07:25

Kenyon's Baggy Fit 0:10:13

KD's Twitter War With Dennis Schroder 0:18:27

Hoops IQ vs Talent 0:31:36

KD's Approach To Social Media 0:45:03

Rich Paul Shuts Down LeBron-Warriors Trade 1:00:24

Debating KD vs Steph's Legacy 1:07:53

How The Media Impacts A Players' Legacy 1:47:02

Olympic Standout Yabusele Joins The 76ers 2:01:33

Who Shoots The 76ers Last Second Shot? 2:10:43

MostlyFans 2:32:26

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Gil's Arena Builds The PERFECT Roster For 2028 Team USA Aug 15, 2024

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Gil's Arena Builds The PERFECT Roster For Team USA at the 2028 Olympics as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down who they think should lead the stars and stripes to another gold medal & build the ideal roster of the next generation of NBA talent to take on the best crop of world hooper the country has ever seen. They debate if Team USA will hand the keys over to 2x Gold Medalist Devin Booker after his stellar play in international competitions and discuss which superstars from the 2024 Olympic team like Jayson Tatum & Joel Embiid will return for another shot at glory. They also break down which young star like Ja Morant, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero and Cooper Flagg will take the leap to join the team and debate if this generation of hoopers will be good enough to continue Team USA's international dominance. Finally, they break down the state of the Phoenix Suns as the clock seems to be ticking on the Big 3 of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant & Bradley Beal and discuss what the addition of Dejounte Murray means for Zion Williamson & the New Orleans Pelicans as they look to be a breakout team this NBA Season. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, Brandon Jenning & Nick Young

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:09

Shower or Bath? 0:06:52

Building The 2028 Team USA Roster 0:17:59

Is D-Book The Future Leader of Team USA 0:35:18

Will Embiid Return To Play for Cameroon? 0:44:59

Tatum Not A Lock For Team USA in 2028 0:51:20

Will Steph & LeBron Ever Team Up Again? 0:54:13

Darvin Ham Apologizes To Pat Bev 1:01:11

Who Can Get A Bucket Right Now? 1:05:12

How Hard is an NBA Practice? 1:10:00

Kobe's Approach in Practice 1:23:18

Tyus Jones' Impact On The Suns 1:29:37

What is The Suns Ceiling If Healthy? 1:42:49

What Does Dejounte Murray Change For The Pelicans? 1:49:15

Better Team - Rockets or Grizzlies? 2:01:55

MostlyFans 2:09:07

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Gil's Arena Predicts The Futures Of The Lakers & Warriors Aug 14, 2024

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Gil's Arena Expects BIG THINGS From LeBron James, JJ Redick & The Los Angeles Lakers as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew preview the 2024 NBA Season and kick things off with the most important team in association. They break down the team's lackluster offseason that saw no major moves beyond the hiring of JJ Redick & drafting of Bronny James and debate if a healthy Lakers team is good enough to compete with the top teams in the NBA's Western Conference. Next, they move over to another historic franchise coming off a disappointing offseason in the Golden State Warriors as the former dynasty lost Klay Thompson & missed out on Lauri Markkanen, leaving Steph Curry & Draymond Green on an island for the first time in their careers, inspiring a debate on if the Dubs have done enough to maintain a roster good enough keep Steph in the Bay for the rest of career. Finally, No Chill Gil & The Crew celebrate the fast approaching NBA Season by breaking down the recently released Christmas Games Schedule and give their predictions over who will be a part of the 2028 Olympic Team looking to lead Team USA to another Gold Medal. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants & Kenyon Martin

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:02

NFL Preview 0:04:10

Ice Cube's BIG3 vs FIBA 0:10:26

Building The Best 3x3 Squad 0:23:38

Season Opener & Christmas Games Preview 0:29:46

Paul George's Impact On The 76ers Debate 0:40:30

Klay Thompson's Return To Golden State 1:01:23

The Warriors Murky Future 1:08:33

Does Kuminga Deserve A Max Extension? 1:22:08

BIG Expectation For The Lakers 1:40:14

Happy Birthday Magic Johnson!! 2:01:10

Gil DESTROYS Team USA's Biggest Hater 2:17:44

MostlyFans 2:31:03

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Gil's Arena Celebrates Team USA's LEGENDARY Gold Medal Aug 13, 2024

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Gil's Arena Celebrates Team USA's LEGENDARY Gold Medal as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew returns to recap Team USA's victory over France to capture the Gold Medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They break down Steph Curry's heroic performance on the world stage and discuss what this Gold Medal means for his already illustrious resume before celebrating how special it was to see Steph join forces with LeBron James & Kevin Durant and share the court for one last time. Next, they give their take on Jayson Tatum's disappointing olympic experience where the All-NBA Player struggled to find a fit and barely saw the court. Gil & The Gil's Arena Crew debate if this experience will fuel Tatum & The Celtics as they look to defend their NBA Title and lay out their expectations for Tatum & Jaylen Brown on their revenge tour. Finally, they analyze Victor Wembanyama's standout performance against Team USA in the Gold Medal match & Olympics as a whole and break down how this experience impacts his development before giving their SAVAGE reactions Noah Lyles' latest comments that took the internet by storm. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants & Brandon Jennings

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:07

Brandon's NYC Trip 0:04:39

Team USA's Legendary Gold Medal Game 0:08:52

Steph's All Time Performance For Team USA 0:26:47

Team USA MVP Debate 0:35:15

Jrue Holiday's Hall Of Fame Case 0:41:34

Revisiting Steph vs AI Debate After Steph's Olympic Run 0:45:09

LeBron's Olympic Legacy 0:59:27

Stephon Marbury's Comments On LeBron vs MJ 1:12:22

Jayson Tatum's Tough Summer 1:32:24

Wemby's Standout Olympic Performance 1:54:59

Dennis Schroder's Comments on European Basketball 2:09:14

Debating The Next Face Of The NBA 2:17:59

Noah Lyles Needs A Rebrand 2:25:37

MostlyFans 2:40:47

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Gil's Arena Reacts To Team USA's INSANE Comeback Over Serbia Aug 08, 2024

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Gil's Arena Reacts To Team USA's INSANE Comeback Over Serbia as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew React LIVE To Team USA's Upset Win over Team Serbia where Steph Curry and Joel Embiid took over to lead Team USA to a legendary upset win. They also break down Victor Wembanyama carrying Team France throughout the 2024 Paris Olympics all the way to a gold medal match. They discuss how Wemby has taken over for his country at such a young age & discuss how important these olympics will be for his long term development. They also react to the Team USA Women's Squad defeating Nigeria for a 59th straight olympic win to advance to the Semi-Finals and break down A'ja Wilson's record breaking performance so far in these games. Finally, Gil & The Crew react to Grant Hill leaving the door open for Jaylen Brown to join Team USA in 2028 but debate if JB will take that as a slight after being snubbed this season. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Rashad McCants, Sheryl Swoopes & Lexie Brown

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Intro 0:00:00

Show Start 0:02:09

Steeplechaser Proposes To Boyfriend 0:08:20

Team USA Women Win 59 Straight 0:22:11

A'ja Wilson Making History 0:25:09

France Has No Chance Vs Team USA 0:32:53

Wemby's Impressive Olympics 0:40:30

Gobert Doesn't Play In The 2nd Half 0:41:26

Reacting To Team USA Vs Serbia LIVE 0:49:04

Halftime 1:13:49

Steve Kerr About To Get Fired 1:17:41

Grant Hill Leaves The Door Open For Jaylen Brown 1:20:21

Team USA 3rd Quarter LIVE 1:32:02

Team USA On Upset Watch in 4th Quarter 1:51:17

USA Takes Lead 2:05:49

USA Wins 2:13:06

Who Deserves The Most Credit For Team USA Win 2:22:59

Gold Medal Game Preview 2:28:09

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Gil's Arena Reacts To Team USA's BEATDOWN Of Brazil Aug 07, 2024

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Gil's Arena Reacts To Team USA's BEATDOWN Of Brazil in the 2024 Paris Olympics as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down Team USA advancing to the Semifinals of the Olympic basketball tournament with a massive victory on the backs of Devin Booker & Anthony Edwards and discuss if the team's dominance will continue as they gear up to face Nikola Jokic and the Serbian national team. They also react to Joel Embiid's up and down performance throughout the Olympics and debate if he made the right call in joining the team this summer before reacting to Kevin Durant overtaking Lisa Leslie to become the all time leading scorer in American hoops. Next, they discuss the France vs Canada game on the other side of the bracket where Victor Wembanyama and the French upset Shai Gilgeous Alexander & Team Canada, who many expected to meet Team USA in the gold medal match. The Crew breaks down what this tournament means for Wemby's development heading into his sophomore season before reacting to Rudy Gobert getting benched after coming up short in another big moment. Finally, Gil & The Crew give their take on Lauri Markkanen agreeing to star with the Utah Jazz and discuss what this means for the Golden State Warriors as their options to replace Klay Thompson and keep Steph Curry happy at the end of his career are slowly dwindling away. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!!

Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Rashad McCants, Sheryl Swoopes & Kenyon Martin

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Intro 0:00:00

SHOW START 0:02:07

Previewing Team USA vs Serbia 0:08:20

USA vs The World Debate (Again) 0:21:32

Which Team USA Player Has Impressed You? 0:35:14

Joel Embiid & Team USA 0:55:23

Embiid: "I'm The Most Hated Player In The League" 1:05:40

Kevin Durant Becomes USA Hoops Leading Scorer 1:10:20

The Crew Gives Lisa Leslie Her Flowers 1:21:44