Gil's Arena

Underdog Fantasy
Gil's Arena
Latest episode

449 episodes

  • Gil's Arena

    The NBA Playoffs' INSANE Weekend Shakes Up Gil's Arena

    28/04/2026 | 2h 13 mins.
    The NBA Playoffs' INSANE Weekend Shakes Up Gil's Arena as the Gil's Arena Crew react to a wild weekend in the NBA Playoffs that turned multiple series upside down. They tip things off by reacting to the slugfest between the Minnesota Timberwolves & Denver Nuggets that saw Anthony Edwards & Donte Divincenzo go down with major injuries and had Nikola Jokic take on Jaden McDaniels in a postgame scuffle. They break down how Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Nuggets got back into the series with a Game 5 win and debate if the T-Wolves will be able to close out the series without their superstars before highlighting the Houston Rockets for avoiding a sweep at the hands of LeBron James & The Los Angeles Lakers. Next, they react to Victor Wembanyama returning to the NBA Playoffs after missing Game 3 due to a concussion and taking control of the series as he and Playoff De'Aaron Fox pushed the San Antonio Spurs over the Portland Trailblazers in Game 4 and break down how Fox is the key to the Spurs making it all the way to the NBA Finals. Finally, they discuss the most shocking series of the playoffs so far as the Orlando Magic have stormed out to a 3-1 series lead over the #1 seed Detroit Pistons and break down how Cade Cunningham & Jalen Duren have crumbled in these playoffs putting their team on the brink of elimination. PLEASE give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

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

    Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET.

    Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ARENA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

    Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi...

    SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0  

    Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y

    Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!
      / discord  

    Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:02:10
    Wolves Nuggets Series Flips Upside Down 0:05:38
    Breaking down the Jokic-McDaniels fight 0:28:11
    Rockets Stay Alive Against Lakers 0:46:17
    Wemby Returns & Buries The Blazers 1:10:00
    Is De'Aaron Fox A Superstar 1:24:52
    Wemby Comments On The NBA's Concussion Protocol 1:36:57
    Magic STUN The Pistons 1:43:51
    Tonight's Playoff Picks 2:10:14
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
  • Gil's Arena

    Shai & The OKC Thunder CANNOT Be Stopped

    23/04/2026 | 2h 8 mins.
    Shai Gilgeous Alexander & The OKC Thunder CANNOT Be Stopped according to Gil's Arena as the Gil's Arena Crew react to another blow out win for the reigning champs over the Phoenix Suns and give their biggest takeaways from a masterclass by Shai Gilgeous Alexander. They also react to Jalen Williams set to miss extensive time after re-aggravating his nagging hamstring injury and debate if this changes the Thunder's long term prospects in the NBA Playoffs before breaking down the duel between Dillon Brooks and SGA as Dillon the Villain is up to his old tricks trying to get the MVP off his game. Next, they break down Cade Cunningham & The Detroit Pistons getting their get back over the Orlando Magic with a big Game 2 win and debate which version of the Pistons we should expect to see throughout the rest of the NBA Playoffs before reacting to the positive news surrounding Victor Wembanyama & his concussion as the San Antonio Spurs have not ruled out their superstar for Friday's Game 3 against the Portland Trailblazers. Finally, they discuss Wemby's teammate Keldon Johnson taking home the NBA's sixth man of the year award 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, Skip Bayless, Rashad McCants, Swaggy P, & Brandon Jennings

    Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET.

    Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi...

    SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0  

    Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y

    Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!
      / discord  

    Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    2 Min Countdown 0:00:00
    Show Start 0:01:58
    Shai & The Thunder Cannot Be Stopped 0:07:02
    Jalen Williams Goes Down With Hamstring Injury 0:24:03
    Devin Booker Calls Out Officiating 0:29:11
    Dillon Brooks vs Shai 0:38:29
    Cade & The Pistons Right The Ship 1:00:00
    Breaking News Bucks Hire Taylor Jenkins 1:18:39
    Update On Wemby's Concussion 1:22:19
    Keldon Johnson Wins 6MOY 1:29:08
    The Warriors Dynasty Finally Crumbles 1:41:14
    Tonight's Playoff Picks 2:01:58
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
  • Gil's Arena

    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

    Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET.

    Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi...

    SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0  

    Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y

    Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!
      / discord  

    Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    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
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
  • Gil's Arena

    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

    Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET.

    Join us on Twitch for tonight's Lakers-Rockets Watch Party! -   / gils_arena  

    Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi...

    If prescribed, new sexual health patients get $15 off their first order of Sparks on a recurring plan. Connect with a provider at https://ro.co/arena to find out if prescription Ro Sparks are right for you.

    Start building credit with Kikoff today, and get your first month for as little as one dollar. That’s 80% off the normal price when you go to https://getkikoff.com/arena

    SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0  

    Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y

    Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!
      / discord  

    Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    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
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
  • Gil's Arena

    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

    Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET.

    Compete Against The Gil's Arena Crew in Underdog's NBA Playoff Bracket Battle - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/bp-z...

    Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi...

    Compete Against the Gil's Arena Crew in Underdog's NBA Playoff Bracket Challenge - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/bp-z...

    SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0  

    Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y

    Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!
      / discord  

    Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    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
    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More Basketball podcasts

About Gil's Arena

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/
Podcast website

Listen to Gil's Arena, Down to Dunk OKC Thunder Podcast and many other podcasts from around the world with the radio.net app

Get the free radio.net app

  • Stations and podcasts to bookmark
  • Stream via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • Supports Carplay & Android Auto
  • Many other app features

Gil's Arena: Podcasts in Family