Gilbert Arenas GETS REAL On The Rocky End Of His Career

Gilbert Arenas GETS REAL On The Rocky End Of His Career as he tells the Gil's Arena Crew about the time he fell out of love with basketball by detailing the tumultuous end of his career that included multiple scandals & a 50 Game Suspension from the NBA and explains how a phone call from his replacement on the Washington Wizards, John Wall, reignited his love of the game.
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[@bjprime]

This during Men’s mental health month is powerful.

[@Savage-cx9uk]

Wimp ahh nighuh

[@jalinsimmons5203]

That's the same thing what Michael Vick was going through in Atlanta. He did everything for Atlanta and one incident with dogs ruined that but other players were beating their wives on TV and still had a job

[@Lebronat40]

@@jalinsimmons5203 one incident? lmao the guy litterly had his own dog fighting ring you clown. he deserved what he got + more. doing that petty thug sh*t especially when your already a millionaire just shows immaturity and a power trip. he thought because he was famous and rich he could litterly get away with killing and abusing animals. pathetic. also most of these dogs would of ended up dead. just shut up....smh

[@n.Lenice]

Yes, it is.

[@johnnguyen6469]

The fact that people fall for this stuff and feel bad for Gil is laughable. The guy cheated on every girl he’s ever had, he comes from the valley but tried to act all gangster in the locker room play fighting with guns, he even said all wnba players should play in thongs. But yeah give him your sympathy lol

[@Obstakill]

Y’all need to bring John Wall on the show now

[@PTO_Finesse]

Facts

[@joshvue2467]

It's been overdue 💯

[@blainepearson522]

Michael Beasley too

[@AnitaHanjaaab]

And Rose

[@triggatrey2112]

That’d be lit. John Wall was my favorite player when I got into basketball. Love to see him on the show if not this season then next season for sure.

[@blackbeanburger3357]

this why the show is so good between gil, rashad and bj.. they all have relatable injuries that cut careers short. damn well all 3 coulda had 15yr+ nba careers

[@coryhernandez508]

Rashad wasn’t gonna be in the league that long even without injuries. I’m a UNC fan and that team he was good but in the tournament he literally was the 4th option behind Sean may raymond Felton and Marvin Williams when they won the NCAA championship. He is not comparable to Gil or Bj

[@Christian-eq6pq]

Kenyon had a long career but injuries definitely stalled the trajectory and ceiling of his career. He had a chance to be the 3rd best player on a championship caliber team (at one point, maybe 2nd)

[@jas7374]

Right. Wasnt even injuries that got him out of there. He was​ never resigned after Rookie contract@@coryhernandez508

[@twoggspromos5948]

@@coryhernandez508 if you actually watched rashad play in college and the nba, he was really good, you just can’t look at his stats. The reason rashad was out of the league is because of his character. Teams didn’t want to deal with him cus he couldn’t get along with his teammates cus it was always problems with team chemistry when he was on the team. As you can see he still has character issues.

[@coryhernandez508]

@@twoggspromos5948 good! Not BJ out of high school killing overseas than nba. And Gil cut it out. Rashad was didn’t play team ball. He wanted to be that guy but he wasn’t. 4th best player on his college team bro and your comparing that to a guy who never played college and agent zero. Knock it off

[@russellstevens9927]

That story about his son finding out he was Gil Zero is a rough one to listen to. That's a real tear jerker.

[@sergiorenatoreyes6967]

ya man that shit was rough your kid to find out from another kid in school

[@benrodlockamy]

I’m not trying to be extra like folks do in the comments but as a diehard Wizards fan and D.C. native he was called Agent 0.

[@dblewis1779]

​@@benrodlockamywasn't a big fan.. but man Agent 0 could give you the work

[@patitoduck123]

@@benrodlockamythat’s what I was just about to say… another DC native here. I was saying “who’s Gil Zero?” Lol

[@joshuareed7242]

That's the point of the comment guys.. we all know he's "agent zero" but at this point of his life he was "Gil zero".. he was a nobody to his kids

[@wtwkell2793]

i see the pain through your smile unc your very strong.

[@dsadd3791]

You new youngsters kill me misusing the unc term. Lil jabronis

[@agentbachi]

the realest gil ever got, agent zero forever man

[@ninocrown3247]

He went into it before, but it’s still refreshing to hear real talk, instead of all the bluster and ego. Life is about ups and downs, even for celebrities and multimillionaires.

[@TonyJayy]

Nah when gil talked about his relationship with his mom

[@dippedinbutterprogram1132]

For sure. Love to the bro man

[@ryankohn3574]

Respect, he’s resilient amidst adversity.

[@yohannesbulcho]

Of all of his entertaining, crazy and wild personas, introspective Gil is the one I appreciate the most. His transparency regarding his missteps and how he got through makes his journey inspiring. Seems like he still gets caught up a little when reminiscing, so wish him the best and continued growth 🙏🏾 he was my favorite player growing up in the DMV!

[@d.hopkins2628]

Gilbert, sharing what he went through, can help someone else. Opinion

[@jonathangray5058]

That man had dc on fire and I miss it and wish that Gilbert Arenas could have won it all for the wizards!!!

[@joshuareed7242]

​@@uoooogg2148 the comments aren't for them. The comments are just for us people to feel heard. Even you're troll self. Stop bringing down a positive comment because you wanna feel like you know "wassup". Ignorant fools like yourself are why our society doesn't learn shit. Learn to better yourself and the community even if it's through something small like a positive comment that someone not named Gilbert Arenas might enjoy.

[@H41030v3rki110ny0u]

​@@uoooogg2148k

[@dejiolajide_]

Top 5 Gil shows I loved hearing the guys process life after hoop

[@Fryking13]

Falling out of love with the game of basketball as a true hooper is a type of pain I don’t wish on anyone. Not loving your dream as your achieving it is hard to say the least

[@chrisblakemore8894]

Man i definitely understand Gil on this. I fell outta love with football I was making the team and all one day I lost the love

[@chrisblakemore8894]

I made it to college playing

[@ispittruthchannel5317]

Going through the same thing with MMA now. I have dedicated years and years to becoming a Pro and now that I'm actually getting looked at, my heart isn't in it. I have only known this grind of a lifestyle for years, so I feel empty now. My whole identity has been becoming a Pro Fighter and now I'm kind of lost. I don't know any other way to live ​@@chrisblakemore8894

[@ronniesnakehissiii9413]

Former-football player and my last 2yrs in college the new coaches labeled me a "thug" (afro, dark, introvert w/ stoic demeanor, BUT went to class, never a party, didn't drink and didn't cuss) and was threatened to lose my scholarship by the HC in his office. Lost my love for it, but graduated at least. But I was confused after being a model student-athlete and 3 year starter. Losing that love & joy football gave me was rough Ended up playing "pro" after, but not NFL

[@Fireslanga1]

​@@ronniesnakehissiii9413man politics hurt the love for the game

[@gomesit0842]

to hear gil's backstory and his bounce back to having one of the most succesfull podcasts in the community is so heartwarming. another great thing that i always notice is his reactions that show how much he cares for his friends/cohost's own successes and how much that makes him happy.

[@WatchMilesTV]

Bro… this is the best segment this show has had. Loved this.

[@Artislife1992]

💯💯💯

[@jonpoon3896]

This is why the other day Gil made the distinction between hall of fame talent and hall of fame career. Gil had hall of fame ability, but because of those issues was not able to have that hall of fame career. Crazy that he was one of the greatest scorers ever, but his son didn’t even know he played basketball

[@1chrischoice]

Discipline is something everyone can have, some just don’t have it.

[@killemkillua]

Dude laughed being a crash out and still have money from it I don’t feel bad just wanna laugh at him.

[@Benwazworld]

I really think this show is therapy for all of them.

[@MrGibler43]

Definitely!!!

[@edwardnigma4087]

I think you’re dead on with this statement!

[@Freesilver92]

It definitely gives them a platform to be appreciated. Seems like John Wall validating that he’s worth so much more than the drama in the news helped bring Gilbert back. I’m not a huge fan of the pod as a whole but I love that NBA players are starting to tell their stories and realize we’d rather have direct engagement than go to outsider who may create their own narrative about them.

[@edwardnigma4087]

@@Freesilver92 have their own narrative about them like Stephen A Smith lol

[@Benwazworld]

@@Freesilver92 that’s true. New media is needed

[@misteremachine]

Imagine your son finding out you was one of dem ones from someone at school wearing your Jersey. Damn thats rough man

[@zgangjerrick1803]

People really be trying to play Gil but he’s honestly one of the greats I’m glad to witness Gil give the man his flowers 💐

[@davidbrown6976]

Tearing 😢 up a lil bit, not gonna lie. Thanks for sharing Gil

[@bob-mb6ub]

Idk why this got a nigga in tears but it does tbh

[@neighborhood1119]

Damn I thought he’d shed a tear man. His emotions were so pure and raw. Good thing Gil figured it out 💯

[@tclass99]

Honestly Gil trolls and jokes around a ton but this is why I will always watch his stuff… because when he takes the time to be serious he’s deep as hell and gives you real insight into what pro athletes deal with.

[@younglord777]

Sad to see John wall kinda fall into the same exact cycle as Gil did

[@regwise]

😢

[@clarkkent2250]

Not really. Wall made well over 100 million dollars playing basketball every dog has its day.

[@silewis9396]

​@@clarkkent2250 It goes to show no matter how much money you have when you fall you can still be crippled mentally. Life is more than money

[@Swaggyp50]

@@clarkkent2250 so did Gil

[@amirehenry5470]

@@clarkkent2250yup you right though. With the good comes the trials and tribulations. To whom much is given much is required! You’re right

[@xaviersanchez6224]

s/o John Wall, didn't know the facts... glad i do

[@Bugzy705]

Seeing the vulnerability in men is always a powerful moment. We all laugh, we all hurt. We all have more layers than what's on the surface. You guys take care out there...

[@tonymontez2358]

Gil should’ve pitched this to ESPN for a 30 for 30 the Gilbert arenas story

[@MrHiphop10101]

Hell yeah great 30 for 30

[@johnnguyen6469]

Why make ESPN more money and support that trash network. Gil can do it on his own channel

[@55cleon]

He Doesn't Have To Pitch Himself To ESPN For A "30 For 30" Segment. They Will Get To It.

[@00700556]

This is why I don’t say anything negative about players for “fun” or “humor” online. At the end of the day, these are real people. They’re still human. Social media is x100 time more toxic that 10-15 years ago so I can online imagine what some of these players have to bare. Smh

[@gtg305h]

Too bad you don’t feel that way about nonplayers 😒 everyone has a story, just because he played ball don’t make his journey anymore valuable…you guys gotta stop the glazing of athletes, acting like groupies

[@00700556]

@@gtg305h I feel the same way about everyone but non players are not the topic here. Also, I was an athlete myself. The fact we are in the limelight makes us more of a target to criticism more than the average “non” player.

[@00RussellSlimerson]

@@00700556 yall soft. Straight up. Get mad all you want I don’t care. Every comment you saying the same bs. Not a single person care that you are a failed athlete. Give it up. For real.

[@00RussellSlimerson]

You a failed athlete. I keep seeing you d riding and whining in the comments. Yall soft.

[@E4Marley]

Agent Zero will always be a wizards legend. Thank you for the best Wizards memories 💯

[@marcellusbivens754]

I swear " iight bet" is one of the most iconic phrases that will never get old.

[@NVin357]

Truly insightful and humbling for a young man. Keep striving to be a better person and the rewards will follow. Proud of you, let your struggles and triumphs be the light.

[@xXSonTJXx]

Glad Gil learned to love and forgive himself again

[@Mercuricmike]

Major 💯 healing continues

[@johnlewis399]

Josiah is underrated comedy. “Did Tiger ever thank you?” Lmaoo

[@ellemarr7234]

My heart hurts to hear Gil open up. His success now is a symbol of his resilience and journey. As a woman, I respect the hell out of conversations like this.

[@MoesArt1986]

I think this is part of why this show will be around for a long time. There is entertainment but the perspective is elite. They give a fuck about the game

[@glcsander]

Nah Dog this is therapy for them, they arent pros anymore this is a reason for them to leave their house and talk basketball instead of being alone and thinking what they could have achieved, one of my favourites moments was when Rashad opened up about what he went through as much as the takes are funny and they yell its those few moments when they show true emotions that makes me a fan of the show.

[@younglord777]

@@glcsander nah fax man I love when they go into these deep conversations more than anything

[@Dasalsim]

Damn, who is cutting onions? Regardless of it being basketball or not, when the things you love don't love you back....that's pain right there.

[@marcellusbivens754]

Yooooooo, it crazy his son had to find out his Dad was an NBA player from a classmate. Yeah, Gil was hurt, i appreciate the honesty.

[@MindfulAttraction2.0]

" can you cheat on somebody else?" 😂😂😂😂

[@GeckoDays]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Marko222-ce6fj]

😭😭😭😭

[@vankai06]

I now have an uncontrollable twitch on my face due to anxiety and stress.. over 15 years of and for the last year it started happening.... never thought i'd be in this situation. thought i was handling it...i tell everyone tho and im not scared to share.. and you notice how many men are going through stuff and appreciate u sharing

[@michaelmclean7747]

That was real. To all the brothers going it through something right now hold your head up. The tough times won't last. Peace

[@NateDFunkt]

Fam, the vulnerability and honesty here should be celebrated! Gil no b.s. you being here (D.C.)...I've lived in Maryland all my life and YOU made me excited for games here..even attended a few Wiz games. You're a LEGEND far as I'm concerned, off court shit aside.

[@QuezK28]

Appreciate the in depth insight bro, glad you came back stronger Gil 🙏🏾✊🏾 S/O John Wall for sending that text too!

[@sheabuttersymba]

Appreciate this side of Gil. I see him every week in my gym in LA. Really nice guy but seeing the way he walks I know he’s in pain daily. Keep going Gil! 💪🏾

[@DahnDahlasTV]

This the realest sh*t you ever said...with that said, you're still a happy, crazy mofo that made it through hard times...salute for not giving up. ✊🏾

[@PaulVisionLee]

Listening to his BTS stories before the gun suspension, shows the importance of balancing your star player’s happiness while still enforcing rules. Gil was able to do whatever he wanted…that arena was his playground. Glad he is in a good space now.

[@agentbachi]

anyone who clowning or making jokes gtfo, us real agent zero fans were there through the gun, shaq, and his downfall. agent zero forever

[@Mercuricmike]

💯 never stopped rooting for him

[@Munards]

Facts

[@killemkillua]

Crash out supporting crash outs dude knows he can only blame himself when he sleeps at night

[@lxywaste]

this was a great story man. So happy Gil is doing good and happy for your success.

[@jacentb570]

I think this is the most genuine Gil has been. That’s what up daily listener podcast mostly at work gets me thru

[@Danny-hj2qg]

Thank you for sharing Gil, seriously.

[@Adonis300]

Mens mental health is real more discussions need to be had ... we all make mistakes and deal with wrong women at times ... money can only resolve a bit of the stress ... but when you love something from when your young like basketball and thats taken away from you nothing can bring you joy .. except your kids ... but yeah we always manage somehow someway

[@rashauddickerson8534]

Gil was the Man in DC I was there #Facts DMV still love u #Agent0

[@Hi-NuAetherling]

Gil, you'll probably never read this. You were a hero of mine back when I was a kid. I'm a diehard Heat fan but grew up in the DMV. I got to go to a few Wizard games back at the MCI Center when you were playing. One of my fondest sports memories is watching you guys win when I was at the game. I wore an orange Wizards jersey that was #0 Arenas. You were celebrating, they put me on the jumbotron, and you looked up and found me in the crowd and waved. That made my month. So don't say people were fine with you leaving, a lot of us had good memories of you and were sad when you were gone.

[@KEMETE101]

Great Podcast!!

[@Liquiddna89blaa]

I really appreciate Gil opening up. It shows that everyone at the end of the day is a human being just trying to get through life the best they can. We tend to love and hate these superstars because of the wins and the loses but they are dealing with so much more than just the game.

[@DunamisPerformance]

As real as it gets! Appreciate the insight, and proud of your bounce back !

[@Ez3s]

Everybody endures dark times, but I’m glad Gil found enjoyment and light again.

[@un4getable302]

I was listening to this at work and this hurt me and made me tear up. Im glad hes in a better space n is helping his son

[@makaveli2p]

It sucks to see someone so exciting get injured.

[@silewis9396]

Derrick Rose man. RoY to all star to MVP and then mediocre to bench vet.

[@makaveli2p]

@silewis9396 right here another one. Glad he put up that 50 in minnie

[@willneverstop]

You'll never meet a strong man with an easy past....Hard times build strong men....It don't matter how much money you got. We all take our scars, trauma, emotional turmoil etc etc....Hang in there kings, ya'll will be alright. Warrior mode...let's lock in.

[@fortunecresc232]

We always riding wit u Gil

[@gnicevids]

That such a sad story yet it happens to a lot of great players. Arenas agent 0 was a problem for people in the league. He gave Kobe 50 then the next game 40 and he Lebron and McGrady and many others problems.

[@hansbrix6720]

This show plus gil , kenyon , rashaad and b jennings has helped me rekindle my love of the NBA. Thank you gentlemen and keep killing it

[@jameskelly6347]

I learn something everyday ❤

[@jand1144]

Gils story time always be on point 👌

[@acesizzle4761]

readin the comments jus to see if people felt this gil that he rarely shows...i respect gil for opening up about his demons

[@Kingmentality23]

I recall when this show/podcast first started and it was a powerful vibe associated with it. Said to myself, this one will be special he has the right cast and everything in it. This one is unique and elite. Only great things to come with this group…

[@coryhill6575]

NBA Live 08 was my first basketball game and I’ve been a Gil fan ever since

[@torr3729]

John Wall we need you on the show mann🫡💯💯💯

[@Bernman100]

This is real talk. I’m going through it bad right now. Thanks for sharing. Feels good seeing you on the other side. I needed to see this today, thanks Gil.

[@thiernobarry8533]

This the realest clip in sports podcast in a long time

[@henrystephens2910]

U bounce back bro .we all fall to hard times life learning lessons

[@themst2233]

Much Respect...Gil 💎....Blessings & Success....All the Way Up....

[@Smok3ey03]

Gil being this vulnerable and showing what its really like to create and manufacture self doubt and live with it. It's dope to see how far he has come mentally and being able to look back on it and be real about what was happening and how it affected him is wonderful to see. Hope he knows discussing topics like this can really help people. 🤞🏻

[@danlatella8213]

This is why Gil is my favorite podcaster and former player BY FAR.

[@simracingtips]

One of the best segments they’ve ever had respect Gil!

[@keitht47]

Great segment. This will definitely help someone out there.

[@Notty29]

The reason why I love Gil, it bcz he has been left out in the cold but managed to get up and dust himself to bcm a better version of himself ❤much respect

[@SarahBarnes-cr8nr]

Wow, that was intense. Seeing how he is so happy go lucky now, makes me root for him more considering all he's been thru. Happy you made it out the other side Gil.😊

[@SheltonParker]

Thanks for getting real with us Gil

[@bwar05]

Man, I’m so glad he opened up about that in such a real sense. Super dope. Been a fan of Gil for a while, but that increased quite a bit more hearing more of his story

[@poloking7906]

Thanks John Wall and gratitude for your Gil

[@Aaron-sv1rm]

A man that can stand back up after getting knocked down, is a man you want in your corner. I've really enjoyed getting to know this version of you, versus the version given to us by the media. Thank you for standing back up Gil.

[@MagzUpBr33zy]

I’ve always wanted to hear him fully speak about this pain. ✊🏽

[@PrimitivElement]

The emotion here is powerful you can feel that. Special moment here keep it up zero we know who you were and who you are we love both of em

[@sharrieffali8610]

Thank you John Wall for bringing Gil back to the world💯

[@KingDeAndreSmith]

Man this is Hella deep..proud of the brothers for where they have been able to overcome

[@dylanspradling8293]

Gilbert tapping into his inner AI. Showing vulnerability followed by perseverance to overcome crazy challenges and then being able to articulate what he was going through and how he defeated the odds is part of what made him the peoples champ! love it.

[@michalwright6979]

I thank him for being so willing to be open & vulnerable

[@Chrisstaychill]

Because they get paid millions people treat athletes like they’re not human. No one deserves the amount of hate they get for making mistakes.

[@nwsmgquis]

This was deep & real to watch I watched this live love Gil for this! 💯💪🏾✊🏾

[@KeiBrother]

“Did tiger woods ever thank you for that?” Was the best way to lighten the mood & transition from that. Love these guys

[@paulcrawford4155]

Gil real. Men go through a lot and it gets ignored so much. People like him or wall or IT definitely people to look up to

[@windycity2411]

Just want to say Thank You Gil and to all the guys sharing their moments of real life. Thank you. Coming from a guy who going thru it.

[@darneewashington6960]

you a real one for this one gil!!!! #respect

[@c-meezy765]

I wish we got to see this side of Gil more often.

[@kylanlevart6348]

get john wall on the show!!! im from kentucky to this day wall comes to the games and gets standing ovations everytime, we haven't had a john wall since! that man was so different!!!

[@faithenichols6947]

Wow Gil. I had no idea how painful things had gotten for you. Im glad you were able to come to terms with it all.❤❤❤

[@cassokinji]

Gas interview. Thx Gil. Definetly see you clearly.

[@Maxtrash69]

This show is one of the rare times i liked a person for what they do and it didnt backfire on me cuz in reality, they were really goofy. Gil was one of my favorites growing up and its been dope watching gils arena. 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@stroalmighty7388]

I love this podcast but this episode hands down is one of the best. I loved how Gil opened up & spoke truthfully about how he was feeling during that tough time in his life.

[@charliegoggles6961]

Blessed to hear your story Gil, speaks volumes to us who have lost everything, and comeback stronger!

[@shawnhughlett1611]

Thanks fam for being vulnerable Gill that real ish.

[@Uprising771]

respect you so much for being transparent Gil!

[@Mercuricmike]

POWERFUL and riveting. Gil’s a great storyteller and he will help a lot with his stories

[@richardsong7732]

Gil is the exact reason why mentorship and accountability is so crucial to a young player’s development. and when he was ON, dude was a pleasure to watch

[@marlowencna]

-Jordan got me to watch Wizards - Agent zero made a fan for life