On Saturday, Chris Paul II celebrated his 16th birthday with warm wishes from fellow basketball families, including Hamiley Arenas and Isiah Barnes, who shared their greetings on Instagram. The son of 12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul, Chris Paul II received messages of encouragement alongside highlights showcasing his recent basketball performances.
Hamiley Arenas, daughter of three-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, posted a selfie with Chris Paul II, while Isiah Barnes, son of 2017 NBA Champion Matt Barnes, reshared a highlight reel of Paul II on his Instagram story.
“Happy birthdayyy lil chris love ya,” Arenas captioned her story with a red heart emoji and tagged Chris Paul II.
“Birthday bucks,” Barnes captioned his story.
Chris Paul II Impresses on the Nike EYBL Circuit
Chris Paul II has been a key contributor to his team’s unbeaten run in Division C of the Nike EYBL E15 Circuit, where they hold a perfect 6-0 record. Over the weekend, they secured victories over All Ohio with a 61-46 win on Friday and Meanstreets with a 74-64 win on Saturday.
In the game against All Ohio, Paul II contributed four points on 2-for-6 shooting, added five rebounds, two assists, and had one personal foul in just over 21 minutes of play. His performance improved significantly in the match against Meanstreets, where he scored 15 points while shooting 45.5% from the field. This included going 2-for-4 from beyond the three-point arc and converting all three free throws. Paul II also contributed two rebounds, one assist, and four steals in nearly 26 minutes.
Hamiley Arenas Receives College Basketball Offer
Meanwhile, Hamiley Arenas, who will be entering her sophomore year playing basketball at Notre Dame Sherman Oaks, announced she has received a scholarship offer from the University of Louisville Cardinals. Her sister, Izela Arenas, already competes for the Louisville Cardinals, creating an inspiring family connection.
Hamiley shared her excitement on Instagram after a discussion with Louisville’s Head Assistant Coach Jonneshia Pineda.
“After having a great conversation with Head Assistant Coach Jonneshia Pineda, I am blessed to say I have received an offer from University of Louisville, Thank you for believing in me!! #gocards❤️ #godbless #L’sup @louisvillewbb,” she captioned the post.
Arenas demonstrated strong performance in her freshman season, averaging a double-double.
Significance of the Rising Basketball Talents Gathering
Chris Paul II’s 16th birthday alongside his impressive showing in the Nike EYBL signals the continuation of a basketball legacy rooted in family ties and strong skill development. The support from peers like Hamiley Arenas and Isiah Barnes showcases the close-knit nature of basketball families nurturing the next generation of talent.
With an undefeated record in a highly competitive circuit, Paul II’s progress will likely attract further attention as he continues to build on his basketball journey. Similarly, Hamiley Arenas’s collegiate offer highlights promising pathways for high school players aiming to elevate their careers.