- In an overtime game versus the Los Angeles Lakers on December 17, 2006 at the Staples Center, he scored a career high 60 points and added 8 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the Wizards over the Lakers 147-141. Arenas now holds the Wizards' franchise record for most points scored in a game by an individual. The previous record was held by Earl Monroe with 56 points, achieved in 1968 which was also an overtime game against the Lakers. His 16 points in the extra period also set an NBA record for most points in one overtime period, surpassing Earl Boykins' record by one point.
- NBA scoring machine. Played with Golden State Warriors (2001-2003), Washington Wizards (2003-2010), Orlando Magic (2010-2012), and Memphis Grizzlies (2012).
- He is a single father. He has a daughter, Izela Samaya Arenas, born on December 24, 2005.
- Lives in Virginia, just outside the Washington, D.C. area.
- Selected by the Golden State Warriors in the 2nd Round (30th pick overall) of the 2001 NBA Draft.
- Attended Grant High School in Van Nuys, CA.
- Attended the University of Arizona.
- Son Alijah Amani Arenas was born March 16, 2007.
- Currently playing for the Washington Wizards (November 2006)
- Finished his contract with the Washington Wizards and was paid the $111 million contract he signed in 2008.[November 2016].
- Three-time member of the All NBA Teams.
- Was suspended for most of the 2009 to 2010 seasons for handgun violations.
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