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    The NBA Playoffs' Night Of Upsets STUNS Gil's Arena

    22/04/2026 | 2h 1 mins.
    The NBA Playoffs' Night Of Upsets STUNS Gil's Arena as the Gil's Arena Crew react to all 3 underdogs coming out on top in their Game 2's of the NBA Playoffs and discuss all the storylines that came along with it. They tip things off with the Los Angeles Lakers as they react to LeBron James continuing to put the Lake Show on his back with Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves out of the lineup and debate if this level of play from the shorthanded Lakers is sustainable throughout the rest of the series before breaking down Kevin Durant's rusty return to the NBA Playoffs and discussing the biggest issue faceing KD's Rockets. Next, they turn their attention to San Antonio where Victor Wembanyama's breakout was spoiled after the french phenom went down with a concussion, allowing the Portland Trailblazers to squeek out a win and get themselves back into the series. They discuss how concerning Wemby's concussion is for the Spurs if they have to play on in the series without their superstar and highlight Scoot Henderson as the difference maker in the series as the former #3 overall pick shined with his first 30 point playoff game. Finally, they break down VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey stunning the Boston Celtics at home to even the series for the Philadelphia 76ers and debate if this stunning victory changes the perception of the Sixers in the NBA Playoffs, before giving their take on what could be the end of the Golden State Warriors dynasty as Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Steve Kerr all teased an uncertain future following their elimination from the Play-In tournament. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

    Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Skip Bayless, Rashad McCants, Kenyon Martin, & Brandon Jennings

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    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:55
    Lakers Take Game 2 0:04:45
    Wemby Goes Down In Game 2 0:48:20
    76ers STUN The Celtics In Game 2 1:17:03
    Tonight's Game Picks 1:55:21
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    The Tip-Off Of The NBA Playoffs FIRES UP Gil's Arena

    22/04/2026 | 2h 10 mins.
    The Tip-Off Of The NBA Playoffs FIRES UP Gil's Arena as The Gil's Arena Crew react to the thrilling start of the NBA Playoffs and break down everything that went down on the court this weekend. They start things off by reacting to Anthony Edwards' & the Minnesota Timberwolves 19 point comeback over the Denver Nuggets to even up the series and break down how Rudy Gobert was able to slow down Nikola Jokic in another exciting showdown between the 2 European Superstars. They also discuss what adjustments the Nuggets need to make to get back on top of the series before reacting to Luke Kennard's career game to lift the Los Angeles Lakers over the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their series and debate if this level of play from LeBron James and the Lakers is sustainable as the await the return of Luka Doncic. They then discuss if the Rockets should be concerned with Kevin Durant's injury as the slim reaper missed Game 1 of the series before turning their attention to Victor Wembanyama's show stopping debut in the NBA Playoffs as the San Antonio Spurs superstar broke records to make a statement in his first playoff game and waltzed to the first ever unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award. Finally, they break down the Boston Celtics beat down of the Philadelphia 76ers to open up their series and debate if the Sixers have any chance to upset Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown without Joel Embiid before giving their takes on what could be the final game of the Golden State Warriors dynasty as Steve Kerr, Steph Curry and Draymond Green might have shared the court together for the final time. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

    Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Kenyon Martin, Swaggy P, & Brandon Jennings

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    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:57
    Timberwolves Come Back Over The Nuggets 0:05:45
    Lakers Steal Game 1 From Rockets 0:42:30
    Wemby's Record Breaking Playoff Debut 1:17:28
    Wemby Wins Unanimous DPOY 1:35:05
    Celtics Blowout 76ers 1:50:31
    Tonight's Playoff Picks 2:06:16
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    The Warriors' VINTAGE Win IGNITES Gil's Arena

    16/04/2026 | 2h 8 mins.
    The Golden State Warriors' VINTAGE Win IGNITES Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Steph Curry & Draymond Green turning back the clock to pull off an improbable comeback win over the Los Angeles Clippers in the opening round of the NBA Play In Tournament and break down how the Warriors were able to feel like champions again with Chef Curry cooking and Draymond Green putting Kawhi Leonard in the torture chamber. They also discuss what's next for Kawhi & The Clippers as the Klaw has not been able to make it out of the 1st Round of the NBA Playoffs over the past 5 seasons and give their savage reactions to Chris Paul celebrating the Clippers downfall after his unceremonious dismissal from the team. Next, they react to Tyrese Maxey & Andre Drummond holding it down for the Philadelphia 76ers as they powered their team over the Orlando Magic without their MVP Joel Embiid on the court and debate if this team will be able to hold their own against the Boston Celtics in the next round of the NBA Playoffs. They then react to the NBA ruling in favor of Luka Doncic & Cade Cunningham in their appeals against the league's 65 game minimum rule and debate if the league's leniency will shift any opinions on the controversial rule before reacting to LaMelo Ball being fined for tripping Bam Adebayo in the Hornet's play in game victory, sparking a debate on if the hostile play deserved a bigger punishment. Finally, they react to Brandon Jenning's viral tweet trying to start the conversation on Devin Booker after another disappointing season for the Phoenix Suns and debate if Heat Culture is cooked if the team is unable to land a superstar this offseason, before previewing the final round of the Play-In tournament which tips off tomorrow. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

    Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, Swaggy P, & Brandon Jennings

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    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:56
    Steph & Draymond Turn Back The Clock 0:08:39
    Steph Keeps The Warriors Season Alive 0:31:47
    Draymond Shuts Down Kawhi 0:42:49
    Chris Paul Celebrates The Clippers Demise 1:08:48
    Paolo Banchero Was EXPOSED By The 76ers 1:13:54
    76ers - Celtics Preview 1:33:43
    NBA Waives 65 Game Minimum For Luka & Cade 1:36:15
    Play-In Games Preview 2:03:50
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    The 1st Round Of The NBA Play-In ELECTRIFIES Gil's Arena

    15/04/2026 | 1h 58 mins.
    The 1st Round Of The NBA Play-In ELECTRIFIES Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas, Skip Bayless & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the opening round of the NBA-Play In where the Charlotte Hornets took down the Miami Heat in an instant classic and the Portland Trail Blazers stunned the Phoenix Suns on the road. They tip things off by reacting to the Hornets' overtime victory over the Heat despite off shooting nights from LaMelo Ball and rookie sensation Kon Knurppel and give their takes on the controversial play from LaMelo Ball that forced Bam Adebayo out of the game. They also discuss what's next for the Miami Heat after their elimination from the NBA Playoffs and debate if Heat Culture is cooked if the team is unable to land a superstar this offseason. Next, they break down a stunning upset in the Western side of the play-in tournament as the Trail Blazers took down the Phoenix Suns and debate if Deni Avdija solidifed his status as a star in the NBA with a 40 point outburst in his first NBA Playoff action. They then highlight Jrue Holiday & interm head coach Tiago Splitter as unsung heroes for the Blazers during their improbable run to the NBA Playoffs and preview their upcoming series against Victor Wembanyama & The San Antonio Spurs before reacting to Brandon Jenning's viral tweet trying to start the conversation on Devin Booker. Finally, they give their take on Kevin Garnett returning to to Minnesota to reunite with the Minnesota Timberwolves and break down the NBA's potential new laws to curb tanking. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

    Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Skip Bayless, Swaggy P, & Rashad McCants

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    2 Min Timer 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:57
    Hornets Win An OT Thriller Over Miami 0:06:07
    LaMelo Ball's Dirty Play 0:19:34
    Flagg or Kon: More impactful Rookie? 0:41:21
    Blazers Stun The Phoenix Suns 0:53:36
    Deni Avdija Emerged As An NBA Superstar 1:06:06
    Jrue Holiday Is The NBA's Most Underrated Player 1:15:24
    Should NBA Be Happy With The Play-In? 1:26:50
    Kevin Garnett Returns To Minnesota 1:33:52
    Play-In Preview 1:48:29
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    Gil's Arena GOES WILD Over The End Of The NBA Season

    14/04/2026 | 2h 4 mins.
    Gil's Arena GOES WILD Over The End Of The NBA Season as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the end of the NBA Season and break down the road to the NBA Finals though the NBA Playoffs. They tip things off by reacting to the not so shocking news out of the Doc Rivers era is officially over for the Milwaukee Bucks as the polarizing head coach agreed to step down after a turbulent season and tenure in Cream City and discuss how much blame Doc deserves for the Bucks struggles during his time as head coach. They also break down where the Bucks go from here as they're stuck paying 3 fired head coaches while navigating the turbulence of Giannis Antetokounmpo's public divorce with the franchise. Next, they preview the first playoff series for the San Antonio Spurs & Victor Wembanyama as they break down what the french phenom will endure during his first taste of NBA Playoff action and debate if the Spurs shot themselves in the foot by rolling over in their final game against the Denver Nuggets, setting up a daunting road to the NBA Finals as Wemby & The Spurs will have to take down the OKC Thunder & Nikola Jokic's Nuggets if they want to advance all the way to the Championship Round. They then react to LeBron James capping off his 23rd season as the Los Angeles Lakers' number 1 option and discuss how this Lakers team will fare in the playoffs without Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves for the opening round. Finally, they give their take on Kevin Garnett returning to to Minnesota to reunite with the Minnesota Timberwolves and break down the NBA's potential new laws to curb tanking. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

    Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings, Swaggy P, Kenyon Martin & Rashad McCants

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    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:58
    Doc Rivers FIRED In Milwaukee 0:15:43
    Wemby & Spurs Played Themselves 1:01:25
    LeBron & The Lakers Playoff Chances 1:45:08
    Play In Tournament Predictions 2:01:16
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Founded and run by the one and only, Gilbert Arenas. LIVE T-W-Th 11:30PT/2:30 ET on YouTube. Beyond becoming one of the most unstoppable scorers of his era, Agent Zero is one of the most celebrated personalities the league has ever seen. Follow along for his insight, views on the game, and theories that will make you look at basketball (plus the world around it) differently… https://www.youtube.com/@GilsArena/
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