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Gil's Arena reacts to Jamal Murrays MAX Extension with the Denver Nuggets. But are him and Nikola Jokic still NBA Championship contenders in the Mile High City?! The Crew also discusses Klay Thompson's upcoming season with the Dallas Mavericks. Mark Cuban says he will have an easier life with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Is this TRUE?! Finally, LeBron James is set on owning an NBA team when he is done playing. But how soon is his eventual retirement for the league coming? At 39 years old how much time does he really have left?! Find out this and more NBA topics on today's Gil's Arena podcast. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Nick "SwaggyP" Young, Brandon Jennings & Kenyon MartinSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:01Rudy Gobert MMA 0:05:01Romo vs Bledsoe 0:19:31Jamal Murray Extension 0:36:58Denver Championship Window 1:00:17Russell Westbrook Slander 1:06:10Klay Thompson To Mavericks 1:26:29NBA Rookies & Trash Teams 1:41:13LeBron's Future in Team Ownership 2:08:29Mostly Fans 2:34:48Show Wrap 2:48:29 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gil's Arena Throws A Monday Night Tailgate as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew wrap up Week 1 of the NFL Season with a LIVE Tailgate watch party where the New York Jets take on the San Francisco 49ers. Watch and Play along with No Chill Gil & The Crew as they react to Aaron Rodgers first full start with the Jets and see if Christian McCaffery & the 49ers can start right where they left off last season. Kendrick Lamar gets the Super Bowl Halftime show in New Orleans this year. Drake will surely be pleased! Was he the right pick for the Super Bowl in Nola?! Tyreek Hill was detained this weekend before his Miami Dolphins game. He proceeded to score an 80-yard touchdown and celebrate in cuffs. And Dak Prescott gets the biggest Quarterback Extension of all-time by Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. But where does he rank as an all-time quarterback in the NFL?! Last we give our sleeper Super Bowl picks and expectations for Caleb Williams as a rookie. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Dwane Brown, Rashad McCants & Kenyon MartinSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:36Gil Arrives 0:10:111st TD 0:22:402nd Quarter Start 0:36:02Halftime 1:20:30Kendrick Lamar Halftime Show Debate 1:24:554th Quarter 2:13:55Tyreek Hill Convo 3:08:45The Crew On Dealing With Police 3:20:17Gil vs SwaggyP 3:34:52 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gil's Arena Debates The Greatest Team In NBA History as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew look into MORE wild tweets from Swaggy P, this time battling over his idea that the 2018 Golden State Warriors were the greatest team to ever play in the NBA. With teams like LeBron James' Miami Heat, Tim Duncan's San Antonio Spurs dynasty and even the modern Boston Celtics, there are plenty of squads that can lay claim to this title sparking a hostile Gil's Arena Debate. They also cook up a special Hibachi time reacting to another outstanding game from Caitlin Clark where the WNBA Superstar nabbed another triple double and continues to build a legitimate case to overtake A'ja Wilson as the league's MVP. Finally, No Chill Gil gives a SAVAGE reaction to Evan Fournier deciding to turn down a contract from the Washington Wizards and leave the NBA for an overseas league because he was so sick of losing before the crew reacts to Mark Cuban's comments over Klay Thompson's fit alongside Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving on the Dallas Mavericks. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Nick "SwaggyP" Young, Brandon Jennings & Kenyon MartinSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:03Prophet P Promos His Book 0:07:13Caitlin Clark Hibachi Time 0:15:39Is CC The Most Impactful Rookie Ever? 0:21:53Evan Fournier Leaves Wizards For Europe 0:52:59Shaq's Worst Player Of All Time 0:58:43Swaggy P Says KG Is Better Than Duncan 1:28:21Greatest Team In NBA History Debate 1:58:03MostlyFans 2:36:04 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gil's Arena Reacts To Jayson Tatum's Comments Towards Team USA as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down Tatum's take on his Team USA benching in his first public comments about the 2024 Olympics and debate if the NBA Champion & All NBA Star deserves more praise for his humility in embracing a diminished role this summer. They also break down how this never ending saga will fuel Tatum this season and if he and Jaylen Brown will somehow find a new gear after their summer of snubs. Next, No Chill Gil & the crew react to A'ja Wilson dominating the WNBA with a special Hibachi Time segment where they break down if A'ja in on pace for the greatest season in WNBA history before analyzing 4th and final meeting between Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese where CC might've been the first player to receive a standing ovation from the opposing team's fans. This show stopping performance sparks a debate if Caitlin is the most hyped rookie since LeBron James and a conversation over if she sealed up the rookie of the year award with her post olympics surge or if we're all still slipping on Angel Reese. Finally, they react to Steph Curry's recent comments over playing with LeBron James and debate if it's more likely that the players eventually team up on the court or in the owners box as both superstars have publicily expressed their interest in eventually owning an NBA Franchise. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Lexie Brown, Rashad McCants & Brandon JenningsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:02Greatest Trick Play In Sports History 0:14:53The Pressures Of A Max Contract 0:27:49A'ja Wilson Dominating The WNBA 0:59:22Caitlin Clark Steals The Show From Angel Reese 1:10:03Jayson Tatum Finally Speaks Out On Team USA 1:45:52Hoopers vs Basketball Players Debate 1:57:03MostlyFans 2:36:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gil's Arena If NBA Hoopers Can PLAY In The NFL welcome the 3 time All Pro Gerald McCoy into the arena to preview the upcoming NFL season and defend the NFL from the NBA & the Crew's idea that Hoopers could easily dominate the NFL if they were able to suit up on the gridiron. Finally, No Chill Gil & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the 4th and final meeting between Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese where CC might've been the first player to receive a standing ovation from the opposing team's fans. This show stopping performance sparks a debate if Caitlin is the most hyped rookie since LeBron James and a conversation over if she sealed up the rookie of the year award with her post olympics surge or if we're all still slipping on Angel Reese. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Gerald McCoy, Rashad McCants & Kenyon MartinSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro -0:00:03Show Start 0:01:58Hoopers Can Play In The NFL Debate Reignited 0:09:24Does Heckling Help or Hurt Your Game? 1:11:53Gil Details His Scary Encounter With Irv Gotti 1:21:52The Difference in NBA & NFL Media 1:28:27Gil Responds To Mark Aguirre Calling Him Out 2:06:03MostlyFans 2:29:17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 McCantsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQSUBSCRIBE TO Dwight's Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@dwighthoward.abovetherimJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:00Steph Curry's MASSIVE Extension 0:10:32Nick Young's Wild Tweets 0:29:36Who Is Better: Kyrie or Steph? 0:57:46Dwight Asks: KD vs LeBron? 1:07:36Does Dwight Howard Still Want To Play? 1:11:38Dwight On Playing With Kobe & Steve Nash 1:18:27Dwight On Rudy Gobert's Defensive Impact 1:21:10Dwight On The Next Face Of The NBA 1:41:16Dwight Howard On The End Of The 2020 Lakers 2:07:21Who Would Dwight Build A Team Around 2:19:08MostlyFans 2:21:15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 McCantsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:01How Far Would You Go To Avoid Someone? 0:09:31NBA 2k25's Top 10 Ratings 0:15:12Gil Updates His All Time Top 5 Rankings 0:31:17Breaking Down Talent vs Skill 0:45:34LeBron's Rules For Bronny At Work 1:17:59NBA OGs Hating On LeBron's "Buddy Ball" 1:36:31Have The Knicks Done Enough To Make The Finals? 2:18:29MostlyFans 2:33:57 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 McCantsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:11Brandon's Return To The Court 0:07:03Gil's Pickleball Dominance 0:10:13Reacting to The Kelce's $100M Podcast Deal 0:15:45Cooper Flagg's New Balance Deal 0:25:45How It Feels To Design A Signature Shoe 0:41:59Did The 90's NBA Have No Skill? 0:56:36Goran Dragic's Farewell Game 1:52:08Best Exhibition Game You Played In? 2:04:34Luka & Jokic Finally Team Up 2:11:44MostlyFans 2:20:32 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 McCantsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:08Gil Doesnt Pick Up His Trash 0:02:59Hoopers That Are Incredible At 1 Specific Skill 0:11:59What Is The Best Skill To Have All Time? 0:21:51Skinny Zion Is Ready To Take Over 0:24:11Lonzo Ball Is On His Way Back!! 0:40:35Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese Are Changing The Game 0:53:19Caitlin Clark For MVP 0:58:53WNBA Is Hating On Caitlin 1:08:39Team USA Should've Had Caitlin & Angel 1:24:49Is Giannis Getting A Jumper??? 1:34:49Damian Lillard Says He Gets No Credit!! 1:48:48NBA National TV Games 2:04:12Gil Challenges BJ to Putt Putt 2:20:52MostlyFans 2:22:33 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 McCantsSign 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-arenaSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQJoin the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!https://discord.gg/underdogIntro 0:00:00Show Start 0:02:06Gil's All Star Photoshoot 0:07:25Kenyon's Baggy Fit 0:10:13KD's Twitter War With Dennis Schroder 0:18:27Hoops IQ vs Talent 0:31:36KD's Approach To Social Media 0:45:03Rich Paul Shuts Down LeBron-Warriors Trade 1:00:24Debating KD vs Steph's Legacy 1:07:53How The Media Impacts A Players' Legacy 1:47:02Olympic Standout Yabusele Joins The 76ers 2:01:33Who Shoots The 76ers Last Second Shot? 2:10:43MostlyFans 2:32:26 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices