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Gilbert Arenas says the fiery wreck his son, Alijah, was involved in late last month all happened because the teen's Cybertruck malfunctioned.

During a recent interview with Matt Barnes on "All The Smoke," Arenas claimed that as his 18-year-old high school basketball phenom offspring was driving his luxury Tesla ride in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley on April 24, his "steering wheel went limp."

Arenas said as a result, Alijah lost control -- and plowed into a fire hydrant, before he barreled into a tree.

The mystery surrounding Aaron Rodgers' marital status continues ... 'cause the free agent quarterback was spotted having a blast at the Mike. concert over the weekend -- all while once again rocking a ring on THAT finger.

The four-time MVP supported his longtime friend at his tour stop in Austin ... and at some point in the set, AR12 got his hands on a water gun.

The singer/rapper documented the shenanigans in a video for his Instagram followers ... showing Rodgers blasting water into the crowd off stage as the artist (FKA Mike Stud) performed his hit, "i don't wanna party."

The Pacers fan who was battered by a bunch of Knicks supporters last week is getting a hookup from Tyrese Haliburton, who just made sure the man and one of his pals will have some sweet seats for an upcoming Indiana playoff game!!

Haliburton, Indy's best player, appeared on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Monday to personally thank Hans Perez for his fandom -- after it earned him quite the beating at the hands of some rowdy Knicks fans last week.

Haliburton said he and his teammates saw the video of Perez getting trash thrown on him as he walked New York City streets in a Haliburton jersey following NYK's big Game 6 victory over Boston -- and he wanted to make sure Perez was rewarded for his dedication.

A new member of the Philadelphia Eagles family made a public debut over the weekend ... no, we're not talking about a draft pick -- it's Jason and Kylie Kelce's baby, Finnley!!

The little bundle of joy was present at the 2025 Eagles Autism Foundation event at Lincoln Financial Field ... tagging along while safely wrapped around her mama.

Kylie was super fan-friendly during the event ... posing with a few Eagles backers and giving the cameras a huge smile.

Marcus Jordan appears to be making serious lifestyle changes following his recent legal troubles -- Michael's son says he celebrated 40 days of sobriety over the weekend ... months after he was arrested for DWI.

The 34-year-old former college basketball player shared the update on his Instagram Story on Sunday ... and it sure sounds like he's not turning back anytime soon, 'cause he's looking to add more days to that tally.

Jordan might be focusing on his wellness overall ... as he shared the news alongside a pic from inside a workout room.

JD Vance didn't arrive at the Vatican empty-handed ... the Vice President brought a custom Chicago Bears jersey for Pope Leo XIV, featuring the Holy Father's name!

Vance presented the new Pope with the special gift during their meeting in the Apostolic Palace on Monday ... hooking up Leo XIV, a Chicago native, with his hometown team's jersey.

"So, this, of course, is a Chicago Bears Jersey," the VP told the Pope.

Olympic gold medalist Kyle Snyder took a plea deal on Monday to close out his prostitution arrest case, TMZ Sports has confirmed.

A Franklin County, Ohio court official tells us ... the wrestling superstar pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of misdemeanor disorderly conduct and was ordered to pay a fine of $250 plus court costs.

Additionally, we're told Snyder was ordered to participate in a John school.

Denver Nuggets coaches and players are drawing up their vacation plans after their season ended at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder ... but Nikola Jokić already knows one thing he'll be doing -- throwing back some cold ones!!

The Nuggets superstar met with the media after Denver's Game 7 loss to the Thunder ... and was asked how he'll utilize his time away from the court.

While he's still figuring all the details out for the whole offseason ... it sounds like he'll be channeling his inner "Stone Cold" Steve Austin the next few days.

Rudy Gobert wants to make it abundantly clear he's not abandoning his son after splitting from his pregnant partner, Julia Bonilla ... sharing a picture of them spending time together to get his point across.

The 32-year-old Minnesota Timberwolves center posted the snap of him lying shirtless in the grass with one-year-old Romeo and included the caption, "Great day" ... an apparent break from preparations for the Western Conference Finals this week.

The timing is interesting -- Gobert's currently going through a split amid the NBA playoffs ... and sources told TMZ Sports last week he instructed Bonilla to move out of his home and take their kid with her.

Drake is attempting to change the narrative following the Toronto Maple Leafs' bad Game 7 loss on Sunday ... claiming he's not the real curse to all his favorite sports teams -- it's actually Justin Bieber.

The Canadian singer and his wife, Hailey, made their way to Scotiabank Arena to catch his beloved squad's clash with the Florida Panthers in person ... electing to rock a fun 'fit instead of Leafs merch.

Unfortunately for Bieber, the Maple Leafs lost the Round 2 game in a 6-1 defeat ... and after the rough outing, his fellow Canadian jokingly pointed the finger at him.

Rob Gronkowski was trolled about his former coach Bill Belichick's polarizing relationship with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson ... but in true Gronk fashion, he couldn't help but laugh his ass off over it all.

The future Hall of Famer sat down with Caleb Pressley for a "Sundae Conversation" ... and at one point in the cheeky interview, the former Barstool Sports personality hit him with a quick one while pretending to talk NFL.

"The matchups this year are incredible ... and there's a lot of really exciting teams," Pressley said. "Bills picked up a 24-year-old."

It's time for another guessing game! Can you guess which famous hunk is showing off their body while promoting Calvin Klein undies? We'll give you a few clues, but then it's on you to put a face to the steamy star ...

He's a nepo baby -- he's reportedly been feuding with his brother lately as his family seems to be embroiled in a public spat ... And he's a former English footballer.

Scary moment on the NHL ice Sunday ... a ref took a stick to the face -- and he was bleeding so profusely, there was some initial concern over the well-being of one of his eyes.

The scene unfolded during the second period of the Panthers vs. Maple Leafs Game 7 playoff matchup at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

Florida defenseman Niko Mikkola went to try to clear the puck away from a hard-charging Leafs player, but as he shoveled it up the boards, the blade of the stick accidentally nicked referee Chris Rooney right near one of his eyes.

Justin and Hailey Bieber look like a happy couple again ... and all it took was some front-row tickets to an important hockey game for his favorite team.

The Biebers are all smiles Sunday night at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, where they are watching Justin's Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Florida Panthers in a win-or-go-home situation.

Justin and Bieber are cheesing from their seats right behind the Maple Leafs' bench ... and she's got on a Maple Leafs jacket while he wears a bucket hat and sunglasses indoors.

John Elway's longtime agent and friend, Jeff Sperbeck, is being remembered for being a great father ... with his son posting a touching tribute to his late dad, who died in a tragic golf cart incident.

Jeff's son, Jackson Sperbeck, just shared a bunch of photos of Jeff over the years on social media.

Jackson says ... "Your footsteps gave me direction. I'll walk the rest with purpose. I love you dad."

Actor Neal McDonough is a few months shy of his 60th trip around the sun, but the Hollywood star just took on one of the most physical roles of his career, and he says he busted his ass getting in peak shape!

In the movie, "The Last Rodeo" -- hitting theaters May 23 -- McDonough plays a retired rodeo legend who is forced back onto a bull in a desperate attempt to make money for his family.

TMZ Sports recently spoke with the director, Jon Avnet, and McDonough, who told Babcock he went to great efforts to look like the real deal.