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  • Gil's Arena Reacts To Another ROUGH Weekend For The Bucks

    Gil's Arena Reacts To Another ROUGH Weekend For The Bucks
    Nov 11 2024
    Gil's Arena Reacts To Another ROUGH Weekend For The Milwaukee Bucks as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew reacts to the Bucks' loss to the Boston Celtics and break down their ongoing struggles after dropping 8 of their last 9 games. They debate if Milwaukee can afford to keep the Doc Rivers experiment going and what a down season could mean for the Giannis Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee as trade rumors have already started to swirl. Next, after the shocking move to send Bronny James to the G-League, Gil & The Crew react to Bronny's debut with the South Bay Lakers and debate if the Lakers strategy of letting him ping-pong back and forth with the 2 leagues is the right move before handing down a grade on the Los Angeles Lakers' season thus far as the team has seen ups and downs from LeBron James, Anthony Davis, JJ Redick & D'Angelo Russell. Finally, a somber Gil's Arena reacts to the plethora of injuries that swept the association this weekend, focusing in on 2 often injured stars in Chet Holmgren & Zion Williamson who are once again slated to miss time this season. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings, Kenyon Martin & Nick Young Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code GILSARENA at huel.com/gilsarena Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:59 Gil Clowns Nicks Fit 0:03:44 Giannis & The Bucks' Rough Weekend 0:13:29 Tatum Not Happy With The Giannis No Call 0:18:36 Bucks Lost 8 of 9 Games 0:27:37 Gil's Arena Merch ON SALE 0:38:09 Bronny's G League Debut 0:40:11 Grading The Lakers' Season 1:03:43 Should AD Rock The Kareem Goggles? 1:16:16 D-Lo Benched 1:21:38 Why Nick Didn't Beat Up D-Lo 1:25:35 Top 5 PGs In The League 1:34:19 Should Knicks Fans Be Worried 1:42:21 Warriors Continue Their Great Start 1:52:02 Chet Holmgren Injured Again 2:05:20 Jokic Dominant This Season 2:12:56 Gil Kicks Nick Young Off The Show 2:27:28 MostlyFans 2:28:26 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 42 mins
  • Bronny James' G-League Demotion BLOWS UP Gil's Arena

    Bronny James' G-League Demotion BLOWS UP Gil's Arena
    Nov 7 2024
    Bronny James' G-League Demotion BLOWS UP Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Bronny James getting sent to the South Bay Lakers and discuss what this means for LeBron James & The Los Angeles Lakers. Then, Tyrese Maxey's Injury Means More BAD NEWS For The Philadelphia 76ers as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the report that Tyrese Maxey is set to miss the next few weeks with a hamstring injury and discuss how the team that has already been battling without Joel Embiid & Paul George to start this season will face yet another challenge in the early stages of this NBA season. They then break down Zaccharie Risarcher's breakout game where the french phenom finally started to look the NBA's #1 overall pick, helping Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks take down the New York Knicks and potentially cause Knicks fans to worry about their teams' 3-4 start after building around Jalen Brunson with Karl Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges this offseason. Next, Mr B. crashes into Gil's Arena to face the music on Donovan Mitchell playing like a number one option so far this season, carrying the Cleveland Cavaliers to an undefeated record and potentially challenge the Boston Celtics for the top spot in the east. Finally, they react to Steve Kerr's revenge game as his Golden State Warriors went into Boston to prove by he benched Jayson Tatum in the 2024 Olympics and make a statement that Steph Curry & the Warriors are for real this season before a somber Gil's Arena Crew reacts to yet another Los Angeles Lakers loss this time at the hands of Ja Morant & the Memphis Grizzlies. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 Zaccharie Risarcher Cooks The Knicks 0:06:04 Trae Young Disses Knicks Fans 0:20:57 Donovan Mitchell &The Undefeated Cavaliers 0:26:29 Steve Kerr Wins His Revenge Game 0:39:47 Mr. B Crashes Out On Paul George 0:45:22 Jayson Tatum Doesn't Give A F*ck 0:51:50 Tyrese Maxey Bring More Bad News To The 76ers 0:58:01 When Was The Best Clippers Era?!? 1:11:48 Doc Rivers Isn't Concerned About The Playoffs 1:24:03 Ja Morant Runs Up on LeBron 1:44:35 Zach Edey's Age Sparks Another Debate 1:55:20 Bronny James Demoted To The G League 2:17:16 MostlyFans 2:37:28 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 44 mins
  • The Lakers' Rough Road Trip CONCERNS The Gil's Arena Crew

    The Lakers' Rough Road Trip CONCERNS The Gil's Arena Crew
    Nov 6 2024
    Ja Morant's Highlight Reel ELECTRIFIES Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Ja's two 360 layups against the Brooklyn Nets where the Memphis Grizzlies superstar showed everyone what we were missing last season during his suspension and proved he's the most electrifying player in the NBA. They also break down Ja's involvement in the development of Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey and discuss how playing with a dynamic guard can fast track Edey to rookie of the year status. Next, a somber Gil's Arena Crew breaks down the Los Angeles Lakers recent losing skid where LeBron James & The Lake Show have lost 3 of 4 on the road including an embarrassing loss to the Detroit Pistons and discuss how Anthony Davis' MVP level play has been hampered by a nagging foot injury, sparking a debate of if the Lakers are asking too much of their superstar center. Finally, Gil's Arena reacts to the news that San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich will be sidelined indefinitely due to health issues and analyze the college debut of likely #1 overall pick Cooper Flagg debating if he's good enough to warrant an NBA franchise going full tank to get him. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, Lexie Brown & Rashad McCants Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:01 Ja Morant's 360 Layups WOWS Gil's Arena 0:09:13 Zach Edey's AGE Blows Up The Arena 0:17:24 The Lakers Are Asking Too Much Of Anthony Davis 0:47:29 Lakers Issues With Bench Depth 1:02:29 Draymond Calls Out OKC's Bromance 1:13:19 Celtics Challenged To A World Championship Match 1:43:15 Cooper Flagg Is Already Showing He's HIM 1:59:49 Joe Few Gets POSTERIZED 2:14:35 Rudy Gobert Ducks Russell Westbrook's Smoke 2:18:43 MostlyFans 2:32:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 48 mins
  • The Suns & Warriors' HOT START Fires Up Gil's Arena

    The Suns & Warriors' HOT START Fires Up Gil's Arena
    Nov 5 2024
    The Phoenix Suns & Golden State Warriors HOT START Fires Up Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to The Suns & Warriors getting off to a 6-1 start to open up the 2025 NBA Season and debate if these teams led by Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Devin Booker and Draymond Green are for real as they strive to take control of the NBA's Western Conference. They also react to KD taking a page out of Cemetery Larry's book by sparking a hostile beef with Stephen A Smith and discuss if the media mogul crossed the line by making his criticism of the NBA legend too personal. Next, they break down Paul George's return to action by making his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers where he waved off a red hot Tyrese Maxey to take and miss the last shot of the game. The Gil's Arena Crew debates if this was the right move by PG in his first game back and ponder if chemistry issues are on the horizon for the 76ers as Maxey now has to take a backseat to Paul George and Joel Embiid after carrying the team in their absense. Finally, Gil & the Crew GO CRAZY over Ja Morant's highlight reel night full of 360 layups and react to the news that San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich will be sidelined indefinitely due to health issues. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, & Rashad McCants Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:05 Grant Williams Takes A Run At Tatum 0:06:00 Foul Baiting In Today's NBA 0:20:42 Paul George's Questionable Last Shot 0:42:41 The Phoenix Suns' RED HOT Start 0:57:55 KD is Beefing with Stephen A Smith 1:10:35 Jordan Poole & Draymond Go At Eachother 1:54:00 Jordan Poole is Finally Thriving 2:08:58 Breaking News - Joel Embiid Suspended 2:16:46 MostlyFans 2:32:35 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 40 mins
  • Joel Embiid's Shove STUNS Bun B & The Gil's Arena Crew

    Joel Embiid's Shove STUNS Bun B & The Gil's Arena Crew
    Nov 4 2024
    Joel Embiid's Shove STUNS Bun B & The Gil's Arena Crew as the legendary Texas rapper enters Gil's Arena where he and The Gil's Arena Crew react to the locker room altercation involving Joel Embiid & reporter Marcus Hayes and debate what kind of punishment the NBA will hand down to the Philadelphia 76ers superstar as he tries to make his return to the court. They also react to viral beef that went down in Canada this weekend between Demar Derozan and Drake as the rapper went at Derozan for his involvement in Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" music video and sparked another hostile battle for himself during Vince Carter's Jersey retirement ceremony. Next, the Gil's Arena Crew continues their assault on Doc Rivers and Mr. B's Milwaukee Bucks as the break down the Bucks' 1-5 start to the 2025 NBA Season and debate what the future looks like for Giannis Antetokounmpo & Damian Lillard after Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers buried them in the clutch. Then, Bun B gets real on the rap game by breaking down his involvement with the legendary UGK group and gives his thoughts on the NFL picking Kendrick Lamar over Lil Wayne to headline the Super Bowl before telling untold stories from the James Harden era with the Houston Rockets. Finally, Gil & The Crew react to Rudy Gobert ducking Russell Westbrook and the concerning news surrounding Gregg Popovich as he's forced to take a leave of absence from the San Antonio Spurs. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Bun B, Kenyon Martin, Nick Young, & Brandon Jennings Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:09 Anniversary Of Gil's NBA Debut 0:07:02 Drake vs Demar Derozan 0:20:03 Joel Embiid's Locker Room Altercation 0:36:22 Hip Hop Legend Bun B Enters The Arena 1:05:17 Bun B Remembers Quincy Jones 1:20:06 Bun B On His Business Trill Burgers 1:23:22 Bun B's Favorite Memories From The UGK Era 1:34:57 Bun B's Top 5 Texas Rappers 1:39:03 Bun B's Favorite Verses 2:00:14 Bun B's Top 5 Rap Groups 2:02:21 Bun B On The Up & Coming Rockets 2:15:59 The Bucks Go From Bad To Worse 2:19:48 MostlyFans 2:36:06 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • Gil's Arena Throws A Spooky Scary Halloween Special

    Gil's Arena Throws A Spooky Scary Halloween Special
    Oct 31 2024
    Gil's Arena Goes ALL OUT For A Halloween Special as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew enter the arena for a spooky edition of your favorite hoops and culture podcast. Fighting off zombies and other horrors Gil & the Crew react to Bronny James' big night as the young Los Angeles Lakers superstar scored the first points of his career and entered the record books alongside his father, LeBron James despite the Lakers getting rocked by the Cavs. Then, they break down the most recent showdown in a budding rivalry between Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren debating how far away the San Antonio Spurs are from making it so these dynamic 7 footers can face off in the NBA Playoffs. Next, The Gil's Arena Crew react to Karl Anthony Towns & The Knicks listening to their advice from earlier this week and allowing KAT to look like the all star he is in his biggest performance in New York so far. Finally, they examine the NBA's punishment to the Philadelphia 76ers over Joel Embiid's Load Management and break down Zaccharie Risacher's recent comments surrounding the difficulties of adjusting to the NBA as a young scorer. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Kenyon Martin, Nick Young, Lexie Brown & Brandon Jennings Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE: / @gilsarena Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! / discord Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:57 3 Things To Survive A Zombie Apocolypse 0:07:19 New Starting 5 Cast 0:20:25 The Crew Debates If Wemby Has Game 0:38:50 Bronny's 1st Bucket 1:10:23 Mr B Restarts The Celtics #1 Option Debate 1:29:33 ZOMBIES ATTACK 1:39:35 The Big Bodega FINALLY Arrives In New York 1:45:31 There's Nothing You Can Do To Increase Athleticism 2:01:07 MostlyFans 2:23:13 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 28 mins
  • Giannis & The Bucks' Slow Start DESTROYS Gil's Arena

    Giannis & The Bucks' Slow Start DESTROYS Gil's Arena
    Oct 30 2024
    Giannis & The Bucks' Slow Start Makes Gil's Arena CRASH OUT as Gilbert Arenas as Gil & The Gil's Arena Crew react to last night's rematch of the Western Conference Finals where Luka & Kyrie Irving showed Anthony Edwards and The Minnesota Timberwolves that the NBA still runs through Dallas. Next, Mr. B makes his hostile return to Gil's Arena and gives his thoughts on his Milwaukee Bucks opening the season with a 1-3 record and debate how much of the burden falls on star player Giannis Antetokounmpo to get this bucks squad back on track. The Gil's Arena Crew then reacts to Steve Kerr's decision to bench potential breakout star Jonathan Kuminga just 4 games into the season and discuss if the move signals that Kuminga's time in the bay may be coming to an end. Finally, Gil's Arena breaks down another stellar performance from Nikola Jokic and debate if the addition of future hall of famer Russell Westbrook is somehow bringing out the best version of the 3 time NBA MVP. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, & Brandon Jennings Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE: / @gilsarena Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! / discord Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:59 Yankee Fans CRASH OUT On Mookie Betts 0:06:55 Anthony Richardson BENCHED 0:14:14 Joe Mazzula Says Bring Back Fights!!! 0:26:36 Luka & Mavs Put The West On Notice 0:39:54 Gil's Arena Plays Truth Or Dare 1:12:56 Mr. B Crashes Out Over The Bucks Slow Start 1:21:35 Jonathan Kuminga Gets BENCHED 1:53:45 Buddy Hield IS EXACTLY What The Warriors Need 2:06:43 Can Jokic Keep Up His Elite Play? 2:15:17 Mr. B Will Pay The Bill at Nobu 2:22:42 Russell Westbrook Found His Role In Denver 2:26:34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 42 mins
  • The Knicks & KAT's Slow Start CONCERNS The Gil's Arena Crew

    The Knicks & KAT's Slow Start CONCERNS The Gil's Arena Crew
    Oct 29 2024
    The Knicks & KAT's Slow Start CONCERNS The Gil's Arena Crew as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew break down Banchero's INSANE Performance to become the youngest Orlando Magic player to ever drop 50 in a game and debate if Paolo taking a 3rd year leap changes how they view the young Orlando team. They also react to Karl Anthony Town's poor start to the season on his new team, discussing if the New York Knicks made the wrong move in trading for the Big Bodega and pairing him with already established stars like Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart. Next, they break down Klay Thompson's hot start on his new team the Dallas Mavericks, highlighting how his role on the team is a perfect fit for the sharpshooter and allows the Mavs to shine even when Luka Doncic has an off night. Finally, Gil & The Crew react to Kawhi Leonard's former trainer suing the Clippers for poor injury management and discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' first loss of the season where JJ Redick took full accountability for his first NBA mistakes. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, & Lexie Brown Gil's Arena Merch is Available NOW at http://gilsarenamerch.com/ Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE: / @gilsarena Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! / discord Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:59 Karl Anthony Towns' Early Season Struggles 0:06:02 Julius Randle Blossoming in Minnesota 0:18:57 NASTY Game Of Trick Or Treat 0:32:48 JJ Redick Takes The Blame For The Lakers 1st Loss 0:38:53 Impact Of A Loss On The Locker Room 0:48:06 LeBron's Insane Double Digit Scoring Streak 0:49:53 Should The Lakers Target Walker Kessler? 1:01:42 Kawhi's Trainer SUES The Clippers 1:07:43 Are The Clippers Succeeding Without Kawhi 1:14:49 Klay Thompson Is BALLING With The Mavs 1:25:18 Paolo Banchero's 50 Piece 1:42:23 Payton Pritchard COOKS The Bucks 1:56:45 Back to Back 40 Pieces For Jokic 2:03:34 MostlyFans 2:15:17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 21 mins