Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA All-Star, has five children from two relationships. In a 2026 quote, he expressed his desire to be a real father after retirement. His kids are Izela, Alijah, Hamiley, Aloni, and Gia (also known as Mya). Their mothers are Laura Govan and Lindsay Faulk. This article explores each child's life and achievements.
Key Takeaways
- Gilbert Arenas became a father in 2005 with his eldest daughter, Izela Arenas.
- He has four children with Laura Govan: Izela, Alijah, Hamiley, and Aloni.
- His youngest daughter, Gia, is with Lindsay Faulk.
- Arenas is married to YouTuber and relationship coach Melli Monaco.
Izela Arenas
Full name: Izela Arenas
Date of birth: December 24, 2005
Age: 20 (as of May 2026)
Mother: Laura Govan
Izela is a standout basketball player who attended Sierra Canyon School, playing alongside top prospects. She won the Overtime Elite "Queen of the Court" competition in May 2023. She committed to the University of Louisville and reflected on her transition to college basketball in 2024.
Alijah Arenas
Full name: Alijah Amani Arenas
Date of birth: March 16, 2007
Age: 19 (as of 2026)
Mother: Laura Govan
Alijah is a 6'6" elite scoring guard, ranked among the top shooting guards nationally. He committed to the USC Trojans. In April 2025, he was in a serious car accident but recovered. Later that summer, he suffered a torn meniscus from overtraining, requiring surgery.
Hamiley Arenas
Full name: Hamiley Arenas
Date of birth: December 9, 2009
Age: 16 (as of May 2026)
Mother: Laura Govan
Hamiley plays basketball at Notre Dame Sherman Oaks. She went viral in 2025 for scoring 30 points during her Sweet 16 week. She is also a budding writer for her school publication.
Aloni Arenas
Full name: Aloni Arenas
Date of birth: June 1, 2011
Age: 14 (as of May 2026)
Mother: Laura Govan
Aloni is a rising youth basketball prospect. He gained national attention in middle school with viral clips. In 2024, ESPN's SportsCenter Next highlighted him after a 34-point game with Compton Magic.
Gia Arenas
Full name: Gia Arenas (also known as Mya)
Date of birth: November 14, 2014
Age: 11 (as of May 2026)
Mother: Lindsay Faulk
Gia is the youngest child and focuses on cheerleading. In 2024, her team won an NCA Division Championship in Dallas. She shared her achievement on Instagram.
FAQs
- Who is Gilbert Arenas? Former NBA player, sports broadcaster, and digital content creator.
- How old is Gilbert Arenas? 44 years old as of 2026 (born January 6, 1982).
- How many kids does Gilbert Arenas have? Five children: two sons and three daughters.
- Who are the mothers? Laura Govan and Lindsay Faulk.
- What happened to Alijah? He was in a car accident in April 2025 but recovered.
- Child support? Initially $20,000 per month, later reduced to about $7,100 per month.
Gilbert Arenas remains actively involved in his children's lives, supporting their athletic and personal growth.
