The USC commit is walking and talking but remains hospitalized; Chatsworth Charter High School releases statement.

Arenas' family announced Friday that he was conscious, though on a ventilator, and able to communicate by writing notes.

USC Trojans basketball commit Alijah Arenas is expected to be released from the hospital after a terrifying car accident left him in a medically induced coma. The five-star recruit, son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, has shown significant signs of recovery and is on track to make a full return.