USC
Scout Report
When a 6-6 freshman guard drops 53 points in a game, you stop what you're doing and watch the film twice.
Background
The Los Angeles native made his mark at Chatsworth High School before making the leap straight to USC as part of the 2025 recruiting class. Coming out of the competitive LA prep scene, he built his reputation through explosive scoring performances that had college coaches lining up early. His recruitment heated up quickly with major programs across the country taking notice of his unique size-skill combination.
Playing Style
Arenas brings an intriguing blend of size and perimeter skills that's tough to find at the college level. At 6-6, he can play multiple guard spots and has the length to finish over smaller defenders in the paint. His scoring ability is already college-ready, evidenced by those big-number games in high school. The shot-making range extends well beyond the arc, and he's comfortable creating his own looks off the dribble. Still needs to tighten up his decision-making and learn when to facilitate versus hunt his own shot, but that comes with experience at this level.
Recruitment
Already enrolled and playing at USC, so the recruitment phase is behind him. The Trojans beat out heavy hitters like Kentucky, Kansas, and Alabama for his signature. His ceiling projects as a potential NBA prospect if he continues developing his all-around game and basketball IQ at the college level.
Stat Highlight
Put up explosive scoring numbers including a 53-point performance and a 41-point game during his high school career.
Updated Mar 15, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
USC Trojans
COLLEGE • Big Ten
USC
COLLEGE
Chatsworth
PREP SCHOOL
Chatsworth High School
HIGH SCHOOL
Strive For Greatness
AAU
Compton Magic
AAU
Career Highlights
WENT OFF for a career-high 29 points in our win over Indiana
The freshman set a new career-high in points vs. Indiana
Alijah Arenas commits to USC
Five-star guard and son of Gilbert Arenas commits to the Trojans, choosing USC over Alabama, Kansas, and others.
Alijah Arenas & Gilbert Arenas workout 1 on 5 & Full court 1s - Alijah Arenas is getting close to a return
Enrolled at USC as freshman
Officially enrolled and joined the USC Trojans for the 2025-26 season.
Named to McDonald's All-American Game
Selected for the 2025 McDonald's All-American Game, one of the most prestigious honors in high school basketball.
Receives offer from Kansas
Offers
5
USC
Attending
Chose USC over 4 other offers
Cal
Arizona
Kentucky
NorthwesternSocial Activity
"Motorized Micah" 😂 Micah Parsons caught up with @LauraRutledge during the Pro Bowl Games. https://t.co/3JV1aG7J12
HAVE A NIGHT, ALIJAH ARENAS! 🤩 The freshman set a new career-high in points vs. Indiana 🔥 https://t.co/jHMRgVjeWY
These one-on-one matchups could tip the scales in deciding the Super Bowl champion 👀 From @BenjaminSolak 🗣️ https://t.co/X7AGHYsTnr
Lindsey Vonn, Nick Goepper, Gus Kenworthy and Maddy Schaffrick are in their golden years at the 2026 Olympics 🥇 Just don't call them old 😅 https://t.co/vLCRDkjw6z