Yet another highlight moment from Gilbert Arenas’ son, Alijah, had basketball fans buzzing. But this one? It hit differently. Senior night is supposed to be a celebration, a time to shine. And Alijah? He went for it. In the heat of the game, he attempted an Eastbay Dunk—one of the most electrifying moves in basketball. The crowd was ready to explode. Instead, the ball had other plans. A viral post captured the moment, and let’s just say, social media didn’t hold back.

Of course, this wasn’t just any game. As mentioned, it was senior night, and his biggest supporters were right there in the stands. After the game, Alijah stood proudly, flanked by his parents—former NBA star Gilbert Arenas and TV personality Laura Govan. A framed jersey in hand, a beaming smile on his face—it was a picture-perfect moment.

Meanwhile, Alijah wasn’t just about flashy dunks—his skill set was on full display. He piled up points with ease, showing why he’s considered a rising star.

Social media, however, had a different focus. Some hyped up his undeniable talent, while others? They had a field day with his failed Eastbay Dunk.

Alijah Arenas Eastbay dunk fail—And fans can’t stop talking

As the clip made its rounds online, fans had plenty to say. Some were impressed with his confidence, praising him for even attempting such a bold move. One fan jokingly commented, “@no.chill.gil yeah u created a monster my guy 😂,” while another pointed out, “He got his Pops audacity 😱.” Clearly, Alijah’s fearlessness on the court wasn’t lost on anyone.

But that kind of confidence didn’t come out of nowhere. Gilbert Arenas has always been tough on his son’s development. Back when Alijah was just 13, Arenas threw him into a game with Nick Young and his crew—grown men who didn’t take it easy. Yet, despite the challenge, the eighth grader held his own and even dropped 20 points against the former NBA player. That night proved he had serious potential.

Still, fans couldn’t help but laugh at his failed dunk attempt. “😂😂😂 that’s the ultimate disrespect dunk lol,” one fan wrote. And another wrote, “Nahhhhh lol that’s wild”. But despite the moment, his overall performance speaks volumes.

The talented 6-foot-6 guard averaged 31.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game at Chatsworth, a stat line that earned him a spot in the 2025 McDonald’s All-American Game.

And he’s not stopping there. Alijah recently committed to USC, setting the stage for what could be a promising college career. With his size, skill, and scoring ability, he’s expected to make an immediate impact at the next level.

Interestingly, many fans weren’t just focused on his missed dunk—they were also hyped about his other plays. “That’s unreal!” one fan wrote, reacting to another jaw-dropping moment. During a West Valley League game against Cleveland, Alijah threw down a monstrous dunk that left the crowd stunned. Even Nick Young, who was in attendance, couldn’t believe what he had just witnessed.

So Alijah just needs another moment to win over the crowd. But can he do it? Share your thoughts with us.