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Founded and run by the one and only, Gilbert Arenas. LIVE Mon-Fri 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… www.youtube.c... more

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Gilbert Arenas, Nick Young, Baron Davis and Josiah Johnson bring you the best NBA show on the planet! This episode the couch discusses Tatum and Celtics Bounce Back game, Luka Doncic 52 piece master class + more!

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Gilbert Arenas, Danny Green, Evan Turner and Josiah Johnson bring you the best NBA show on the planet! This episode the couch discusses Jaylen Brown and Jayson situation update, Dame and Ja regular season debut, New York Knicks ring night + more!

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Gilbert Arenas, Danny Green, Evan Turner and Josiah Johnson bring you the best NBA show on the planet! This episode the couch discusses 76ers Historic 29pt comeback, Shai ended 20pt game streak against Denver + more!

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Gilbert Arenas, Nick Young, and Josiah Johnson bring you the best NBA show on the planet! This episode the couch discusses Lakers dominate performance against Warriors, Anthony Davis and Trae Young impressive game vs Bucks + more!

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Recent Guests

Iman Shumpert
NBA champion, former teammate with Kawhi context
NBA
Episode: The Arena Debates Kawhi's Raptors Debut, Hali's OKC RETURN & If GSW Is Wasting A Steph Season! Part 1
Evan Turner
Former college player of the year, NBA champion alum
NBA
Episode: The Arena Debates Kawhi's Raptors Debut, Hali's OKC RETURN & If GSW Is Wasting A Steph Season! Part 1
Anthony Edwards
Professional basketball player
Minnesota Timberwolves
Episode: Ben Simmons' COMEBACK Ramps Up, Ant & LaMelo's Wolves Are DIFFERENT & OKC Might've Done It Again! Part 1
LaMelo Ball
Professional basketball player
Charlotte Hornets / Minnesota Timberwolves (trade context)
Episode: Ben Simmons' COMEBACK Ramps Up, Ant & LaMelo's Wolves Are DIFFERENT & OKC Might've Done It Again! Part 1
DeMarcus Cousins
Two-time All-Star, NBA veteran
Kings
Episode: Ben Simmons' COMEBACK Ramps Up, Ant & LaMelo's Wolves Are DIFFERENT & OKC Might've Done It Again! Part 1
Brendan Haywood
NBA champion and Tallest Tales Network creator
Tallest Tales Network
Episode: Bron's 76ers Looking ELITE, AJ Dybantsa's Wizards Debut & NY'S CONTRACT CRISIS Sets The Arena Off! Part1
Dorrel Wright
Co-founder of the ACE members only lifestyle brand
ACE Brand
Episode: Dame & Hali Are BACK, Giannis Embraces Heat Culture & D-Mitch Defends Harden's Legacy Part 1
Jim Jackson
Former NBA player, guest on episode
Episode: The Arena Debate if Ja Should Start for Portland, JB's 76ers Role & Darryn Peterson Is Heating Up Part 2
Baron Davis
Former NBA player, studio analyst
Former NBA player, analyst
Episode: The Arena Debate if Ja Should Start for Portland, JB's 76ers Role & Darryn Peterson Is Heating Up Part 1

Host

Josiah Johnson
Host of Gil's Arena; known for award-winning hosting and engaging roundtable banter; provides insider basketball perspective.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Love the show. Great convo and debate

    I swear Nick Young’s stupidity makes it harder and harder to watch this show I mean cmon man most of the time they trying to explain common sense stuff and he just can’t comprehend. Then he’s constantly just screaming his same point that’s been proven already over and over.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boop110
    United States21 days ago
  • It feels like the barbershop

    Love the energy and knowledge from ppl that have walked the path

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Razzdat
    United Statesa month ago
  • Shows back

    Add the new episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YunGKraZo
    United Statesa month ago
  • End of an era 🔥

    Gone miss the best pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KalebDBell
    United States3 months ago
  • Is it over?

    🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Corty40
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's basketball IQ and candid, entertaining debates.
Guests deliver strong NBA insights, with a mix of veteran takes and colorful criticism.
The format can be high-energy and polarizing, which drives engagement but may feel chaotic to some.

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Apple Podcasts
#8
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Apple Podcasts
#66
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#14
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#17
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#198
Canada/Sports
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#25
Germany/Sports/Basketball

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Ant-Man's T-Wolves Put The League ON NOTICE, Giannis' Near Triple-Double & Duren's Preseason Debut! Part 1
Q: What should scare the East more, Giannis attacking the rim or Giannis controlling the entire offense?
Gilbert Arenas says the rim pressure is already difficult to defend, and the Heat's shooters could make it harder for opponents to crowd the paint. The panel sees Giannis's improved passing as valuable, while noting Miami still needs reliable shooting and another player who can create a basket.
Ant-Man's T-Wolves Put The League ON NOTICE, Giannis' Near Triple-Double & Duren's Preseason Debut! Part 1
Q: Do the Timberwolves have too much dip on their chip in the loaded West, and do they need to be doing all this talking before they actually play regular-season games?
The panel likes Minnesota's confidence but flags its interior size and physicality as potential playoff weaknesses. The hosts also say the team's bold talk puts pressure on the players to back it up.
The Arena Debates Kawhi's Raptors Debut, Hali's OKC RETURN & If GSW Is Wasting A Steph Season! Part 2
Q: Is Prime Bradley Beal a better scorer than Shai?
The panel discusses Beal's scoring peak and early playoff performance against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's consistency and playoff résumé, but does not reach a firm consensus.
The Arena Debates Kawhi's Raptors Debut, Hali's OKC RETURN & If GSW Is Wasting A Steph Season! Part 2
Q: Do you think you could play basketball in the 50s with all the hate and still focus and love the sport the same?
The panel says they would have struggled to endure the discrimination Black players faced, with some imagining they would have resisted unfair treatment even at personal risk.
Ant-Man's T-Wolves Put The League ON NOTICE, Giannis' Near Triple-Double & Duren's Preseason Debut! Part 2
Q: Better suited for Rockets at PG, a pass first playmaker like Van Vliet or Halle or score first playmaker like Kyrie or Ja?
Gilbert Arenas favors Haliburton, saying he can organize the offense and score when needed, giving a team flexibility as either a primary or secondary option.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gil's Arena

What is Gil's Arena about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy basketball-focused show driven by a former star and a rotating panel of ex-players, analysts, and media personalities. Episodes center on current NBA moves, team-building, player legacies, and debates that mix insider insight with provocative takes. Guests frequently include former players and veteran analysts, providing a player-centric lens on rosters, trades, and the league's shifting dynamics, alongside sponsor-integrated segments. The format's standout trait is rapid-fire banter and strong personalities, which can yield both entertaining moments and frank, candid analysis. This podcast is likely to appeal to hoops junkies who enjoy behind-the-scenes context, long-form debates, and hot takes anchored in real-world basketba... more

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4. LaMelo Ball
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7. Dorrel Wright
8. Jim Jackson

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