In the wild world of tech gone wrong, basketball prodigy Alijah Arenas survived a Cybertruck nightmare that sounds more like a Hollywood action scene than a morning commute.

The USC basketball recruit, ranked 13th by ESPN, found himself in a terrifying situation when his futuristic ride decided to go rogue. What started as a routine gym trip quickly escalated into a potential disaster when the Cybertruck began experiencing mysterious malfunctions.

When Tech Attacks

Arenas described a series of increasingly alarming vehicle behaviors: flickering displays, unresponsive steering, and an absolute refusal to obey basic driving commands. The truck veered right without his input, effectively turning into a multi-ton metal rebel with a mind of its own.

Survival Mode Activated

As the Cybertruck careened over a curb, smashed into a fire hydrant and tree, things got even more intense. The vehicle caught fire, trapping Arenas inside what was essentially a metal death trap. With windows that wouldn’t break and doors that wouldn’t open, he was forced into pure survival mode - removing clothes, using water from a fast food bag, and desperately trying to stay conscious.

A Narrow Escape

Thanks to a bystander named Bryant Sandoval, Arenas was dramatically pulled from the burning vehicle. Despite the traumatic experience, the young athlete displayed remarkable maturity, taking responsibility and expressing gratitude that no one else was harmed.

His father, former Warriors star Gilbert Arenas, was less diplomatic - basically calling the Cybertruck a potential death machine and suggesting parents might want to keep a hammer handy. Classic dad move.

Tesla, unsurprisingly, hasn’t commented. Just another day in tech paradise, right?