Arenas was hospitalized and placed in a medically induced coma April 24 when he crashed into a tree and fire hydrant in his Tesla Cybertruck. The son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas left the hospital days after the accident and began a lengthy recovery process.

USC freshman Alijah Arenas said his Tesla Cybertruck malfunctioned, causing a fiery crash that nearly claimed his life before neighbors came to his aid.

USC men's basketball freshman Alijah Arenas spoke to reporters Tuesday for the first time after surviving a serious car accident in April. Arenas is not yet practicing for USC, but was in attendance for the team's practice this week.