Gil's Arena

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

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 YoungSign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $250 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 0:02:09Shower or Bath? 0:06:52Building The 2028 Team USA Roster 0:17:59Is D-Book The Future Leader of Team USA 0:35:18Will Embiid Return To Play for Cameroon? 0:44:59Tatum Not A Lock For Team USA in 2028 0:51:20Will Steph & LeBron Ever Team Up Again? 0:54:13Darvin Ham Apologizes To Pat Bev 1:01:11Who Can Get A Bucket Right Now? 1:05:12How Hard is an NBA Practice? 1:10:00Kobe's Approach in Practice 1:23:18Tyus Jones' Impact On The Suns 1:29:37What is The Suns Ceiling If Healthy? 1:42:49What Does Dejounte Murray Change For The Pelicans? 1:49:15Better Team - Rockets or Grizzlies? 2:01:55MostlyFans 2:09:07 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 MartinSign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $250 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 0:02:02NFL Preview 0:04:10Ice Cube's BIG3 vs FIBA 0:10:26Building The Best 3x3 Squad 0:23:38Season Opener & Christmas Games Preview 0:29:46Paul George's Impact On The 76ers Debate 0:40:30Klay Thompson's Return To Golden State 1:01:23The Warriors Murky Future 1:08:33Does Kuminga Deserve A Max Extension? 1:22:08BIG Expectation For The Lakers 1:40:14Happy Birthday Magic Johnson!! 2:01:10Gil DESTROYS Team USA's Biggest Hater 2:17:44MostlyFans 2:31:03 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 JenningsSign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $250 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 0:02:07Brandon's NYC Trip 0:04:39Team USA's Legendary Gold Medal Game 0:08:52Steph's All Time Performance For Team USA 0:26:47Team USA MVP Debate 0:35:15Jrue Holiday's Hall Of Fame Case 0:41:34Revisiting Steph vs AI Debate After Steph's Olympic Run 0:45:09LeBron's Olympic Legacy 0:59:27Stephon Marbury's Comments On LeBron vs MJ 1:12:22Jayson Tatum's Tough Summer 1:32:24Wemby's Standout Olympic Performance 1:54:59Dennis Schroder's Comments on European Basketball 2:09:14Debating The Next Face Of The NBA 2:17:59Noah Lyles Needs A Rebrand 2:25:37MostlyFans 2:40:47 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 BrownSign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $250 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 0:02:09Steeplechaser Proposes To Boyfriend 0:08:20Team USA Women Win 59 Straight 0:22:11A'ja Wilson Making History 0:25:09France Has No Chance Vs Team USA 0:32:53Wemby's Impressive Olympics 0:40:30Gobert Doesn't Play In The 2nd Half 0:41:26Reacting To Team USA Vs Serbia LIVE 0:49:04Halftime 1:13:49Steve Kerr About To Get Fired 1:17:41Grant Hill Leaves The Door Open For Jaylen Brown 1:20:21Team USA 3rd Quarter LIVE 1:32:02Team USA On Upset Watch in 4th Quarter 1:51:17USA Takes Lead 2:05:49USA Wins 2:13:06Who Deserves The Most Credit For Team USA Win 2:22:59Gold Medal Game Preview 2:28:09 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices