In an Instagram post shared by Pop Scout Hoops on Sunday, fans got to see highlights of Alijah Arenas' performance for the Compton Magic during the 3 Stripes Select Basketball Circuit last summer. As expected, the post has generated a number of comments, most of which were of admiration and praise for the player.
Some comments specifically highlighted Arenas' dribbling, pointing out how he consistently took on opposing players by himself without considering passing to his teammates.
"He treating them kids like cones😂," one fan said.
"I think his game is really good, but he's NOT passing," another wrote.
"I'm glad he don't pass the ball keep playing like pops," another posted.
Other comments were full of praise for him.
"This boy is special," one fan said.
"Bro is alr a pro. What in the world," another posted.
"Kid is a beast," another said.
Some fans even compared him to NBA stars.
"Reminds me of Jordan Clarkson," one fan said.
"I see a lot of SGA," said another, referring to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Alijah Arenas has been a top performer this season, helping Chatsworth High School (in California) to a 10-5 record. He averages 31.3 points, 7.9 rebounds and 5.0 assists per game.
Gilbert Arenas' son, Alijah Arenas, has reclassified to the Class of 2025
Previously a Class of 2026 recruit, Alijah Arenas has reclassified to the 2025 class. This means that the five-star prospect is now in his senior year and will most likely be playing college basketball next season.
The 6-foot-6 shooting guard has received 20 college offers, but he has yet to announce his commitment to any program. However, with this reclassification, an announcement could be on the horizon. According to On3, UCLA and Arizona are leading the race for his commitment, with a 34.4% and 30.1% chance, respectively.