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"Gilbert Arenas | DOWNFALL of Gil's Arena, Making of Hibachi, Battling LeBron, Deciding to Walk Away" is an episode of Out the Mud. Runtime 2 hr 15 min. Published November 6, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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From growing up on the West Coast to becoming an NBA star, this episode explores the journey, work ethic, and experiences behind a remarkable basketball career. He reflects on finding the game, early rivalries, leaving high school, and developing his mindset in college before navigating pre-draft workouts and entering the NBA. He opens up about signing a big contract, heading to Washington, embracing the number zero, and continually honing his craft. The conversation also dives into competing against LeBron James, playing alongside Larry Hughes, All-Star experiences, and overcoming a major knee injury. Plus, he shares stories about fatherhood, Gil’s Arena, and married life.
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