Gilbert Arenas

Position: Point Guard
Team: Washington Wizards

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In the News

Brown says Lakers have inquired about Arenas
Short on scoring and in need of help in their backcourt, Lakers coach Mike Brown said Tuesday the team has inquired about free agent guard Gilbert Arenas.

Sources: Arenas clears waivers, now free agent
NBA teams were notified after 6 p.m. Sunday that Gilbert Arenas, released by the Orlando Magic on Friday through the league's amnesty clause, has cleared waivers, according to NBA front-office sources.

Magic invoke amnesty clause, waive Arenas
The NBA is back in business, and Gilbert Arenas is one of the first players on the move.

Magic use amnesty clause to waive Arenas (AP)
The Magic have announced they are using a new Collective Bargaining Agreement amnesty provision to release guard Gilbert Arenas. Orlando posted the move on its website Friday. The new amnesty provision allows a team a one-time option to waive a player's remaining contract from the salary cap and luxury tax.

Ex-NBA player Crittenton arrested in California
Former NBA player Javaris Crittenton, who was suspended from the league for having guns in a locker room with teammate Gilbert Arenas, was arrested Monday in Southern California to face a murder charge in a deadly Atlanta shooting, an attorney said Monday

FBI: Crittenton arrested in California
Former NBA player Javaris Crittenton, who was suspended from the league for having guns in a locker room with teammate Gilbert Arenas, was arrested Monday in Southern California to face a murder charge in a deadly Atlanta shooting, an attorney said Monday.

Arenas loses 'Basketbal Wives' bid
A California federal court judge on Wednesday ruled against Orlando Magic guard Gilbert Arenas' request to block his former fiancee from appearing on reality program "Basketball Wives LA" and mentioning his name.

Arenas loses 'Basketball Wives' bid
A California federal court judge on Wednesday ruled against Orlando Magic guard Gilbert Arenas' request to block his former fiancee from appearing on reality program "Basketball Wives LA" and mentioning his name.

Gilbert Arenas tweets his blind date disaster
Gilbert Arenas tweets from a blind date gone wrong.

NBA fines Magic's Arenas for Twitter comments
Gilbert Arenas is in trouble with the NBA again.

Arenas fined by NBA for Twitter comments (AP)

Gilbert Arenas is in trouble with the NBA again. Arenas wrote on his Twitter page Wednesday that he was fined for comments he made on the social media site. NBA spokesman Tim Frank confirmed the Orlando guard had been fined, but declined to give the amount or the reason because it was not publicly announced.

Magic push through in OT to eliminate Bobcats

Gilbert Arenas scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic overcame Quentin Richardson's ejection and Dwight Howard's 18th technical foul to beat Charlotte 111-102 in overtime on Wednesday night and eliminate the Bobcats from playoff contention.

Magic oust Bobcats from playoff race (AP)

Magic trudging on despite injuries (AP)
The injury bug is consuming the Orlando Magic locker room heading into the final push for the playoffs. Guards J.J. Redick, Gilbert Arenas, Chris Duhon and Quentin Richardson have spent time on the training table recently. The Magic are playing their third straight game Sunday in Toronto with just nine available players.

Anthony scores 39, Knicks end skid at 6 (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 39 points, his best effort since coming to New York, and the Knicks pulled out a 113-106 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Hours after saying the game was "almost a must win" for the Knicks, Anthony added 10 rebounds, and the Knicks got some help when Dwight Howard fouled out in the extra session, then picked...

Magic Gs Nelson, Redick out vs. Knicks (AP)
Jameer Nelson is out for Orlando's game at New York, and coach Stan Van Gundy says J.J. Redick's lower abdominal strain is "a little more problematic." Nelson sat out Monday with a sprained left knee, giving Gilbert Arenas his first start with the Magic. Orlando also was without backup forward Quentin Richardson (back spasms), but Van Gundy says both are expected back this week.

Howard returns as Magic hold off Kings (AP)

Jameer Nelson scored 12 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and Dwight Howard returned from a one-game suspension to lead the Orlando Magic to a 106-102 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Howard had 16 points and 15 rebounds but fouled out late, and Jason Richardson scored 19 points to help the Magic overcome an eight-point deficit and open a five-game road trip with a...

Magic rally from 24 down to stun Heat (AP)

Another big lead, another big collapse. It's becoming a trend for the Miami Heat -- and one the Orlando Magic were more than thrilled to exploit Thursday night. Down by 24 points in the third quarter, the Magic went on an unbelievable 40-9 run over the next 15 minutes and stunned the Heat 99-96, the second-largest comeback in Orlando franchise history and matching the second-biggest in the NBA...

Howard leads Magic past Bobcats (AP)

Dwight Howard had 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Orlando Magic past the Charlotte Bobcats, 100-86 on Sunday night. Brandon Bass added 17 points and Gilbert Arenas chipped in 16, making four 3-pointers to break out of a recent shooting slump. Orlando won for the fourth time in five games and 12th in 14 meetings with Charlotte.

Boston Celtics' Marquis Daniels collides with Gilbert Arenas, leaves game

Celtics' Marquis Daniels suffered a neck injury during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic and needed to be taken from the court on a stretcher in a scary scene on the Garden floor.

Celts' Daniels leaves game on stretcher (AP)
Boston Celtics guard Marquis Daniels has left the game on a stretcher after colliding with Gilbert Arenas of the Orlando Magic. The Celtics said Daniels, who gave a thumbs-up sign as he was taken off the court Sunday, hurt his neck and was taken to New England Baptist Hospital for examination. He was hurt with 11:01 left in the second quarter after he began driving to the basket from the right side...

Howard stars in Arenas' return to DC (AP)

Dwight Howard scored 22 points and had 15 rebounds to lead the Orlando Magic to a 110-92 win over the Washington Wizards on Friday in Gilbert Arenas' return to the Verizon Center. While the pregame attention was on Arenas, Howard was the star of the game. A night after playing all 48 minutes in a 104-100 loss to Miami, Howard made his first 10 field goals and didn't miss a shot until 2:20...

Gilbert Arenas served court documents during halftime

Orlando guard Gilbert Arenas has been served with child support and custody papers as he was leaving the court during halftime of a Magic game.

Magic's Arenas served papers at halftime (AP)
Orlando guard Gilbert Arenas has been served with child support and custody papers as he was leaving the court during halftime of a Magic game. A process server stopped Arenas as he walked off the court Thursday night against the Miami Heat. The court documents, obtained by The Associated Press, were a California petition filed by Laura Mendoza Govan.

Arenas served court petition during game
Orlando guard Gilbert Arenas has been served with child support and custody papers as he was leaving the court during halftime of a Magic game.

Conley helps Grizzlies top Magic 100-97 (AP)
Mike Conley scored 26 points and had a key steal late, and Jason Richardson missed a 40-footer at the buzzer as the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Orlando Magic 100-97 on Monday night. Gilbert Arenas made one of two foul shots to cut the Grizzlies lead to 98-97 with 40 seconds left. Conley stole the ball from Orlando forward Ryan Anderson and was fouled.

Ex-fiancee says Arenas abandoned kids
Orlando Magic guard Gilbert Arenas -- who was just traded by the Wizards -- is accused by his ex-fiancee of abandoning her and their three children prior to his departure from Washington, D.C., the Washington Post reported Wednesday.

Magic drains 19 3-pointers to wash away Cavs

Gilbert Arenas scored 22 points, fellow newcomer Jason Richardson added 20, and the Orlando Magic made a season-high 19 3-pointers in a 110-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night.

Magic hit 19 3s, stretch win streak to 4 (AP)
Gilbert Arenas scored 22 points, fellow newcomer Jason Richardson added 20, and the Orlando Magic made a season-high 19 3-pointers in a 110-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night. Orlando won its fourth straight by breaking open a close game in the fourth quarter with leading scorer Dwight Howard on the bench.

New-look Magic roll, snap Spurs' winning streak

Gilbert Arenas had 14 points and nine assists off the bench, and the reconstructed Orlando Magic cruised past San Antonio 123-101 on Thursday night to snap the Spurs' 10-game winning streak. Arenas added six rebounds backing up a sick Jameer Nelson, fellow newcomer Jason Richardson had 15 points and the Magic snapped a skid of eight losses in nine games to win for the first time since they...

Magic end Spurs' 10-game winning streak
Gilbert Arenas had 14 points and nine assists off the bench, and the reconstructed Orlando Magic cruised past San Antonio 123-101 on Thursday night to snap the Spurs' 10-game winning streak.

Wizards end 7-game skid, rout Bobcats (AP)

The Washington Wizards limited the Charlotte Bobcats to one field goal in the third quarter and cruised to a 108-75 victory on Monday night that snapped a seven-game losing streak. Nick Young scored 21 points for the Wizards, short-handed while No. 1 pick John Wall remained injured and Rashard Lewis was unavailable after coming in a trade with Orlando for Gilbert Arenas.

Hawks roll past reconstructed Magic (AP)

Al Horford scored 24 points and the Atlanta Hawks rolled to a 91-81 victory over Dwight Howard and the reconstructed Orlando Magic on Monday night. Orlando, which hasn't had time to practice since acquiring Gilbert Arenas, Jason Richardson and Hedo Turkoglu on Saturday, struggled to find an offensive flow all night.

Gilbert Arenas makes debut with Orlando Magic as a backup

Orlando coach Stan Van Gundy says Gilbert Arenas will play as a reserve in his first game with the Magic against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.

'Surprised' Lewis joins Wizards (AP)
Though he was surprised, Rashard Lewis was hardly fazed by a trade from a finals contender to a lottery team. "When I got traded, a lot of people were feeling sympathy for me, and I said I don't want it," Lewis said Monday during his introductory press conference as a member of the Washington Wizards, 48 hours after he was dealt from Orlando for Gilbert Arenas.

Arenas to come off bench in Magic debut (AP)
Orlando coach Stan Van Gundy says Gilbert Arenas will play as a reserve in his first game with the Magic against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. The high-scoring Arenas was acquired from Washington. Jason Richardson, Hedo Turkoglu and Earl Clark were acquired from Phoenix on Saturday. Van Gundy says Richardson and Turkoglu will start.

Orlando Magic consider making deal for Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards

Magic president Otis Smith says he has had talks this week with the Washington Wizards about acquiring troubled guard Gilbert Arenas.

Magic discussing dealing for Arenas (AP)
Orlando Magic president Otis Smith says he has had talks this week with the Washington Wizards about acquiring troubled guard Gilbert Arenas. Smith said Saturday he would rate the seriousness of the talks at an "eight out of 10" but that "nothing is imminent." He would not talk specifics of the potential deal.

Magic shake up roster with major trades
A person familiar with the situation says the Orlando Magic have traded for the Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas and Hedo Turkoglu and Jason Richardson of the Phoenix Suns.

Heat survive Wizards, win 12th straight (AP)

LeBron James didn't get a chance to show off for the president. Didn't get a chance to psyche out Gilbert Arenas at the free throw line. Didn't get a chance to put No. 1 overall pick John Wall in his place. So James merely had the same experience he's had everywhere else lately: He got booed and won.

Heat nip Wizards for 12th straight win
LeBron James didn't get a chance to show off for the president. Didn't get a chance to psyche out Gilbert Arenas at the free throw line. Didn't get a chance to put No. 1 overall pick John Wall in his place.

Magic talking trade for Arenas
Orlando Magic president Otis Smith says he has had talks this week with the Washington Wizards about acquiring troubled guard Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards without G Wall against Heat (AP)
No President Barack Obama. No Gilbert Arenas. No John Wall. Good thing the other team had LeBron James. The Washington Wizards were short-handed in many ways for Saturday night's game against the Miami Heat. First, Obama canceled plans to attend the game, with Secret Service agents abruptly leaving the arena hours before tipoff.

Magic get Arenas, Turkoglu, Richardson (AP)
The Orlando Magic acquired troubled guard Gilbert Arenas from the Washington Wizards and Hedo Turkoglu and Jason Richardson from the Phoenix Suns in a major roster shakeup Saturday. Orlando traded forward Rashard Lewis for Arenas, then sent Vince Carter, Mickael Pietrus and backup center Marcin Gortat to Phoenix.

Lakers win eighth straight vs. Wizards (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 32 points, Lamar Odom added 24 points and seven rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers held on to beat the Washington Wizards for the eighth straight time, 115-108 Tuesday night. Pau Gasol had 21 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists for the Lakers in their final home game before a seven-game, two-week trip that includes a rematch with Washington on Dec.

Raptors keep Wizards winless on road (AP)

DeMar DeRozan scored 20 points, Andrea Bargnani and Sonny Weems each had 18 and the Toronto Raptors set a season high in points, beating the Washington Wizards 127-108 on Wednesday night. Leandro Barbosa and Jerryd Bayless each scored 16 for Toronto. For Bayless, it was a season high. Jose Calderon had 11 points and eight assists for Toronto, which led by as many as 27 and avenged a 109-94 loss at...

Young's 3 in OT gets Wizards past Sixers (AP)

Nick Young hit an open 3-pointer with 7.6 seconds left in overtime, and the Washington Wizards capitalized on Jrue Holiday's unwise foul in the final seconds of regulation to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116-114 on Tuesday night. Young finished with 19 points, but his winning shot wouldn't have been possible if Holiday hadn't fouled John Wall some 40 feet from the basket with 3.5...

Arenas, Hinrich power Wall-less Wiz past Grizz

Gilbert Arenas scored 24 points, Kirk Hinrich had 22 and the Wizards beat the Grizzlies 89-86 despite shooting just 38 percent.

Wall sits again as Wizards top Grizzlies (AP)

Gilbert Arenas scored 24 points, Kirk Hinrich had 22, and the Washington Wizards beat the Memphis Grizzlies 89-86 on Friday night despite shooting just 38 percent. Playing the third straight game without injured guard John Wall, the backcourt combination of Arenas and Hinrich was able to pull the struggling Wizards to their fourth win in 11 games.

Arenas gets Wall-less Wizards by Raptors (AP)

Gilbert Arenas, replacing injured rookie John Wall, scored 20 points in his first start of the season to help the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 109-94 on Tuesday night. Andray Blatche had 22, Nick Young scored 20, and Kirk Hinrich added 13 points and 12 assists for Washington, which won for just the third time in nine games.

Week 4 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
Gilbert Arenas loves making life interesting, something he's doing right now for his owners. Sergio Gonzalez recommends 'The Hibachi' for the next scoring period in the Week 4 edition of Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Week 4 Fantasy Basketball Planner
How should owners handle Brandon Roy? Can we expect more from Gilbert Arenas in the next scoring period? Our Sergio Gonzalez breaks down each team from a Fantasy perspective in his latest Fantasy Planner.

Arenas tires in 4th as Wizards lose (AP)

Ten months after his last appearance on the Verizon Center court, Gilbert Arenas played the entire fourth quarter on Saturday night. He didn't want to. Arenas logged 25 minutes in the Washington Wizards' 107-102 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, about what coach Flip Saunders wanted. With the game still to be decided, Saunders sat Al Thornton, who led Washington with 23 points, for the final...

Williams rallies Cavaliers by Wizards (AP)

Mo Williams scored 10 of his 28 points in the final four minutes to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 107-102 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. In a wild game that featured 16 lead changes and 12 ties, Williams gave Cleveland the lead for good with two free throws with 2:07 to play, making it 97-95.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas make season debut vs. New York Knicks

The Wizards have announced on their Twitter page that guard Gilbert Arenas will make his season debut Friday night against the Knicks.

Knicks spoil Arenas' return to NBA (AP)

Toney Douglas and Raymond Felton lack the speed of John Wall or the shooting of Gilbert Arenas. But on the night the Washington Wizards finally got their guards together, the game belonged to the New York Knicks' duo. Douglas had 19 points and a career-high 10 rebounds, Felton added 13 points and 10 assists, and the Knicks spoiled Arenas' return to NBA action with a 112-91 victory Friday...

Douglas helps Knicks ruin Arenas' return to NBA

Toney Douglas had 19 points and 10 rebounds, Raymond Felton added 13 points and 10 assists, and the New York Knicks spoiled Gilbert Arenas' return to NBA action with a 112-91 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Knicks ruin Arenas' return to action
Toney Douglas had 19 points and 10 rebounds, Raymond Felton added 13 points and 10 assists, and the New York Knicks spoiled Gilbert Arenas' return to NBA action with a 112-91 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Washington Wizards expect Gilbert Arenas back at practice Wednesday

The Washington Wizards expect Gilbert Arenas to return to practice Wednesday after missing the first three games of the season with a strained tendon in his right ankle.

Arenas expected at practice Wednesday
The Washington Wizards expect Gilbert Arenas to return to practice Wednesday after missing the first three games of the season with a strained tendon in his right ankle.

Washington Wizards guards ailing: John Wall (ankle) won't miss time; Gilbert Arenas still sidelined

John Wall and Gilbert Arenas are both nursing right ankle injuries as the Washington Wizards prepare for their home opener.

Wall expects to play with sprained ankle (AP)
John Wall and Gilbert Arenas are both nursing right ankle injuries as the Washington Wizards prepare for their home opener. Wall sprained his ankle in Saturday's loss to Atlanta and was wearing a walking boot as a precaution Monday, but coach Flip Saunders said he thinks the No. 1 overall pick will play Tuesday against Philadelphia.

Arenas, Wall coping with ankle injuries
John Wall and Gilbert Arenas are both nursing right ankle injuries as the Washington Wizards prepare for their home opener.

Gilbert Arenas to miss at least Washington Wizards' first two games

Gilbert Arenas will miss at least the first two regular-season games for the Washington Wizards with a strained tendon in his right ankle.

Arenas to miss first 2 games with injury
Gilbert Arenas will miss at least the first two regular-season games for the Washington Wizards with a strained tendon in his right ankle.

Arenas misses third straight practice
Gilbert Arenas' sore right ankle kept him out of practice for the third straight day Tuesday as the Washington Wizards prepared for their season opener.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas (sore ankle) misses practice for third straight day

Gilbert Arenas' sore right ankle kept him out of practice for the third straight day as the Wizards prepare for their season opener

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards could miss opener with sore ankle

Gilbert Arenas still has a sore right ankle and could miss the Washington Wizards' season opener.

Report: Arenas fined for faking injury
The Washington Wizards fined guard Gilbert Arenas $50,000 for faking an injury that kept him out of Tuesday night's preseason game, NBA.com reported Friday.

Reports: Gilbert Arenas fined $50K by Washington Wizards for faking injury

The Washington Wizards fined guard Gilbert Arenas $50,000 for faking a knee injury on Tuesday, several media outlets reported.

Javaris Crittenton waived by Charlotte Bobcats

The Charlotte Bobcats have waived guard Javaris Crittenton after he failed to impress in his return from an ankle injury and a lengthy suspension for his role in the Gilbert Arenas gun flap.

Arenas leaves with real groin injury (AP)
In his first game at the Verizon Center in more than nine months, Gilbert Arenas was gone in a flash. Two nights after he admitted faking a left knee injury, Arenas played just three minutes before exiting the Washington Wizards' 96-88 preseason loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night with a strained right groin.

Arenas injures groin in Wizards' loss vs. Bucks

Two nights after he admitted he faked a left knee injury, Gilbert Arenas played just three minutes before exiting the Wizards' 96-88 preseason loss to the Bucks with strained right groin.

Arenas leaves with real groin injury (AP)

Gilbert Arenas made his return to the Verizon Center court, and it wasn't a long one. Two nights after he admitted he faked a left knee injury, Arenas played just three minutes before exiting the Washington Wizards' 96-88 preseason loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night with strained right groin.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas leaves first home game with groin injury

Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas left his first home game since being suspended for bringing guns to the Verizon Center last season with a strained right groin.

Wizards' Arenas leaves with groin injury (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas left his first home game since being suspended for bringing guns to the Verizon Center last season with a strained right groin. Arenas didn't start Thursday night's preseason game against the Milwaukee Bucks, two days after faking a knee injury to miss a home game.

Wizards fine Arenas for faking injury
Gilbert Arenas has been fined for faking an injury to keep from playing in the Washington Wizards home preseason opener.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards fined for faking injury before preseason game

Gilbert Arenas has been fined for faking an injury to keep from playing in the Washington Wizards home preseason opener.

Wizards fine Arenas for faking injury (AP)
Gilbert Arenas has been fined for faking an injury to keep from playing in the Washington Wizards home preseason opener. Coach Flip Saunders said Wednesday that Arenas was fined an undisclosed amount by the team for claiming to have a sore knee before the Wizards' game against Atlanta on Tuesday night.

Wizards' Arenas to miss preseason game
Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will be held out of a preseason game against Atlanta with a knee injury.

Wizards' Arenas misses preseason game
Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was held out of Tuesday's preseason game against Atlanta with a knee injury.

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas to miss game with knee injury

Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will be held out of a preseason game against Atlanta with a knee injury.

Arenas out vs. Hawks with knee injury (AP)
Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will be held out of a preseason game against Atlanta with a knee injury. Washington coach Flip Saunders said before Tuesday night's game that Arenas' knee was bothering him. "His knee is acting up and is a little sore, and it looks like he's going to sit this one out," Saunders said.

2010-11 Draft Prep: Southeast Division Preview
No shortage of storylines in the NBA's Southeast Division for Fantasy owners to consider on Draft Day. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on The Big Three, Gilbert Arenas and much more in his preview.

Arenas plans to take back seat to Wall
Here's how Gilbert Arenas looks at his role with the Washington Wizards: show top pick John Wall the ropes, then ''move on.''

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards says he'll show John Wall the ropes, then move on

Here's how Gilbert Arenas looks at his role with the Washington Wizards: show No. 1 pick John Wall the ropes, then move on.

Wizards' Wall has 21 and 9 in debut (AP)
The Washington Wizards are now John Wall's team. So says Gilbert Arenas. "He's going to be great," Arenas said. "He has a knack for finding people and getting to the basket. ... He's Batman, I'm Robin." Wall had 21 points and nine assists, Lester Hudson hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining, and the Wizards held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 97-94...

Gilbert Arenas back at Washington Wizards practice with taped ankle

Gilbert Arenas has returned to the practice court after missing the end of Washington Wizards training camp with a sprained right ankle.

Gilbert Arenas sits out Wizards' final camp scrimmage

Gilbert Arenas was on the sidelines again Sunday as the Washington Wizards wrapped up training camp with a scrimmage.

Gilbert Arenas misses Wizards practice with hurt ankle

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas sat out Saturday's training camp practice with a "tweaked" right ankle while the rest of the team practiced in the dark due to a power outage.

Arenas sits out practice with sore ankle (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas sat out Saturday's training camp practice with a "tweaked" right ankle while the rest of the team practiced in the dark due to a power outage. Arenas, who also sat out Friday's practice with leg soreness, was able to play in the team's scrimmage later that night.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards subdued at media day, talks of growth

Gilbert Arenas insists he's happy. He just doesn't look like it.

Stern advises Arenas to stay mum
Interested in hearing Gilbert Arenas describe the lessons he learned from serving time in a halfway house? Don't hold your breath.

Stern to Arenas: Stay mum about gun flap (AP)
Interested in hearing Gilbert Arenas describe the lessons he learned from serving time in a halfway house? Don't hold your breath. NBA commissioner David Stern has advised Arenas and the Washington Wizards not to talk about the former All-Star's felony gun conviction, and the Wizards say that's fine with them.

David Stern tells Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards not to discuss gun incident

NBA commissioner David Stern has asked Gilbert Arenas and the Wizards not to talk about Arenas' locker-room gun incident moving forward, according to The Washington Post.

Javaris Crittenton gets second chance, invited to Charlotte Bobcats on on-guaranteed contract

The Charlotte Bobcats will bring Javaris Crittenton to training camp with a non-guaranteed contract, giving the ex-Washington Wizards guard a chance to return to the NBA following his infamous gun altercation with Gilbert Arenas.

Crittenton gets chance with Bobcats (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats will bring Javaris Crittenton to training camp with a non-guaranteed contract, giving the ex-Washington Wizards guard a chance to return to the NBA following his infamous gun altercation with Gilbert Arenas. Agent Mark Bartelstein said Wednesday Crittenton has accepted a training-camp invite and is healthy following left ankle surgery.

Bobcats giving Crittenton a chance
The Charlotte Bobcats will bring Javaris Crittenton to training camp with a non-guaranteed contract, giving the ex-Washington Wizards guard a chance to return to the NBA following his infamous gun altercation with Gilbert Arenas.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas cancels switch to No. 6; unsure of 2010 uniform number

Agent Zero's search for a new number has taken a detour.

What will Wizards do with Gilbert Arenas
The Wizards got lucky in the lottery, but they still have a lot of questions to answer in the offseason.

Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld: No. 1 pick no bearing on Gilbert Arenas

Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld says winning the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft does not affect the team's plans for Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards: Top pick doesn't affect Arenas (AP)
Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld says winning the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft does not affect the team's plans for Gilbert Arenas. Arenas is a three-time All-Star guard who was suspended most of this season by the league after bringing guns into Washington's locker room. He has four years left on his Wizards contract.

Wizards' Arenas out of halfway house
Gilbert Arenas arrived home from a halfway house Friday morning, having completed one part of his punishment for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Wizards' Arenas out of halfway house
Gilbert Arenas arrived home from a halfway house Friday morning, having completed one part of his punishment for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards released from halfway house

Gilbert Arenas has arrived home from the halfway house where he lived for nearly a month as part of his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Arenas released from halfway house (AP)
Gilbert Arenas has arrived home from the halfway house where he lived for nearly a month as part of his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room. Arenas left the work-release facility in the Maryland suburbs of Washington and arrived at his house in Great Falls, Va., on Friday morning.

California firm sues Gilbert Arenas for gun fees

A lawsuit claims Gilbert Arenas now owes a Beverly Hills company more than $70,000 for storing guns he bought and never picked up.

Arenas sued by company over gun fees (AP)
Gilbert Arenas has more gun problems. In March, the Washington Wizards guard got 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the team's locker room. Now a lawsuit claims he owes a Beverly Hills company more than $70,000 for storing guns he bought and never picked up. Tactical Operations sued Arenas last week in Los Angeles County Superior Court in Santa Monica.

Wizards end with Arenas questions again (AP)
After the Washington Wizards' season finale, Gilbert Arenas' locker sat virtually empty. It contained two shirts, a couple of pieces of paper and a pink athletics band used to stretch and rehab muscles. The four guns that caused so much trouble were long gone, and the former occupant was spending the night in a halfway house.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards transferred to Maryland halfway house

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is now spending his nights at a Montgomery County halfway house, where he is serving his sentence for bringing guns into the team's locker room.

Arenas out of jail, transferred to halfway house
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is now spending his nights at a Montgomery County halfway house, where he is serving his sentence for bringing guns into the team's locker room.

Gilbert Arenas arrives at Maryland jail to begin gun sentence

NBA star Gilbert Arenas has arrived at a Maryland jail to begin his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards' locker room.

Arenas will have to spend two days behind bars
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards must report to jail on way to halfway house

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars.

Arenas goes to jail before halfway house (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars. Arenas was sentenced last month to 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the Wizards locker room. The head of corrections for Montgomery County, Md., a suburb of Washington, says the three-time NBA All-Star will serve his sentence at the county's Pre-Release...

Grunfeld: Arenas will be a Wizard next season

A day after Gilbert Arenas was sentenced to 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards' locker room, team president Ernie Grunfeld reaffirmed that Arenas will be back with the club next season.

Wizards set record as skid reaches 14 (AP)
Gerald Wallace scored 23 points, Stephen Jackson added 20, and the Charlotte Bobcats ended an eventful day for the Wizards with a 107-96 victory that sent Washington to a franchise-record 14th consecutive loss. Hours after suspended Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was ordered to spend 30 days in a halfway house for a felony gun charge, Washington allowed Charlotte to shoot 55 percent to continue its...

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards sentenced to 1 month in halfway house

Gilbert Arenas won't have to serve jail time, a judge ruled Friday.

Gilbert Arenas avoids jail time in sentencing
Gilbert Arenas was sentenced to 30 days in a halfway house on gun charges stemming from a locker-room confrontation with a teammate. He will not have to serve any jail time.

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas to face sentencing on Friday

When Gilbert Arenas appeared at a charity event a few weeks ago, no amount of smiles and hugs could hide the underlying tension surrounding the next big date on his calendar.

Wizards PG Arenas to be sentenced Friday (AP)
When Gilbert Arenas appeared at a charity event a few weeks ago, no amount of smiles and hugs could hide the underlying tension surrounding the next big date on his calendar. "So that's what everybody's waiting for," Arenas said. "March 26, huh?" The fateful date has arrived.

Gilbert Arenas case: Prosecutors seek three months in jail for Washington Wizards star

Prosecutors have recommended that Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas be sentenced to three months in jail for bringing guns into his team's locker room.

Prosecutors want 3 months in jail for Arenas
Prosecutors say NBA star Gilbert Arenas should go to jail for three months for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room. His lawyer says the appropriate punishment is probation and community service.

Arenas: 'I deserve to be punished' over gun incident
Gilbert Arenas says he deserves to be punished for bringing guns to the locker room.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards, in interview: 'I deserve to be punished'

Gilbert Arenas says he deserves to be punished for bringing guns to the locker room.

Arenas says he deserves to be punished (AP)
Gilbert Arenas says he deserves to be punished for bringing guns to the locker room. The suspended Washington Wizards guard told Esquire magazine that he wasn't using "longevity thinking" when he took out four guns in what he says was an attempt to play a prank on teammate Javaris Crittenton in December.

Agent Zero moves up: Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas to switch number

Gilbert Arenas has submitted paperwork with the NBA to switch his uniform number, the Washington Wizards confirmed Thursday.

Arenas to change jersey number to 6 (AP)
Goodbye, "Agent Zero." Gilbert Arenas is switching his uniform number. The suspended guard submitted paperwork to go from No. 0 to No. 6, and the NBA approved the change, league spokesman Tim Frank confirmed in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Thursday. Arenas has worn zero since college, saying he picked that number because that's how many minutes people expected him to play at...

Arenas not nervous about sentencing in gun case
In his first interview since pleading guilty to a felony gun charge in January, Gilbert Arenas also tells The Associated Press he's not nervous about his sentencing date later this month -- as long as the judge goes off the "real story" of what happened when he brought guns to the team's locker room in December.

Gilbert Arenas says he'd have 'no problem' playing for Washington Wizards again
Gilbert Arenas says he'd have "no problem" playing for the Wizards again.

Arenas not nervous about sentencing (AP)
Gilbert Arenas says he'd have "no problem" playing for the Washington Wizards again. In his first interview since pleading guilty to a felony gun charge in January, Arenas also tells The Associated Press he's not nervous about his sentencing date later this month -- as long as the judge goes off the "real story" of what happened when he brought guns to the team's...

Blatche's 36 lift Wizards over Nets (AP)

Andray Blatche is starting to give Washington Wizards' fans something to be excited about in a season of turmoil highlighted by the gun-related suspension of Gilbert Arenas and a couple of high-profile trades. The 23-year Blatche continued to thrive being the new leader of the Wizards, scoring a career-high 36 points and adding 15 rebounds in an 89-85 comeback victory over the New Jersey Nets...

Washington Wizards hold on to Gilbert Arenas in wake of deadline

Gilbert Arenas is the only one of the Big Three still in Washington.

Grunfeld ducks Jamison trade questions (AP)
After the Washington Wizards traded Caron Butler, Brendan Haywood and DeShawn Stevenson to the Dallas Mavericks, it was natural to speculate that Antawn Jamison would be next to go. With Gilbert Arenas suspended for the rest of the season and Butler dealt, Jamison, who's been with Washington since 2004, is the only one of what was once the Wizards' Big Three remaining.

Arenas wants to share message with kids
Gilbert Arenas insists he now understands that 'guns and violence are serious problems, not joking matters.' In an op-ed piece written for The Washington Post and put on the newspaper's Web site Monday, the suspended Washington Wizards guard pledges to be a better role model and says a 'message of nonviolence will be front and center as I try to rebuild my relationship with young people in the D.C. area.'

Arenas expresses regret in op-ed piece (AP)
Suspended Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas says in an op-ed piece written for The Washington Post that he now understands "guns and violence are serious problems, not joking matters." The piece was posted on the newspaper's Web site Monday. Arenas pledges to be a better role model and says a "message of nonviolence will be front and center as I try to rebuild my...

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas: I'll try to rebuild relationship with D.C.-area youth
Suspended Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas said Monday in a story he wrote for The Washington Post that he'll try to rebuild his relationship with D.C. youth following his guilty plea on a felony gun charge.

Boykins' last-second shot lifts Wizards (AP)

Earl Boykins hit a jumper with 0.4 to play and Washington defeated the New Jersey Nets 81-79 on Friday in the Wizards' first game since guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton were suspended for the remainder of the season for bringing weapons into the locker room. The win snapped a four-game losing streak for the Wizards and prevented the Nets (4-41) from posting consecutive victories...

Flip Saunders wants to re-establish normalcy to his stunned Washington Wizards team
Washington coach Flip Saunders has spent the last two days trying to re-establish the routine for the Washington Wizards after the season-long suspensions of Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton.

Arenas to meet with NBA commish over gun incident
NBA commissioner David Stern planned to meet with Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas on Wednesday and an announcement on the full length of Arenas' indefinite suspension could follow.

Arenas suspended for rest of season
NBA commissioner David Stern has suspended Washington Wizards guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton for the remainder of the season for having guns in the locker room.

Stern to meet with suspended Arenas (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern planned to meet with Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas on Wednesday and an announcement on the full length of Arenas' indefinite suspension could follow. NBA spokesman Mike Bass confirmed the meeting to The Associated Press. It was first reported by ESPN.com. On Tuesday, Stern also met with Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton, who was sentenced to a year of unsupervised...

Sources: Gilbert Arenas, David Stern meeting face-to-face
Gilbert Arenas is scheduled to meet face-to-face with NBA commissioner David Stern on Wednesday for the first time since the gun incident that put Arenas' future with the Washington Wizards in doubt, sources close to the situation confirmed.

Wiz: We're exploring our options with Arenas
The locker room guns saga isn't anywhere close to being over for the Washington Wizards, even with the news that Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton are suspended for the rest of the season.

Wizards may try to void Arenas' contract (AP)
The locker room guns saga isn't anywhere close to being over for the Washington Wizards, even with the news that Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton are suspended for the rest of the season. Team president Ernie Grunfeld isn't ruling out the possibility of voiding the remainder of Arenas' $111 million contract.

Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton charged; plea deal apparent
Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been charged with weapons violations in an apparent plea deal -- 10 days after teammate Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty to a felony gun charge.

Crittenton pleads guilty to gun charge, gets probation
Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been sentenced to a year of unsupervised probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge stemming from a dispute with teammate Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards' Crittenton charged with two weapons violations
Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been charged with weapons violations in an apparent plea deal -- 10 days after teammate Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty to a felony gun charge.

Sources: League to inform Gilbert Arenas of the length of his suspension next week
Gilbert Arenas should know his fate -- at least in terms of how long he'll be suspended from the NBA -- by the end of next week

Rose's 37 get Bulls past Wizards in 2OT (AP)

Derrick Rose scored a career-high 37 points and hit the go-ahead basket with 5.4 seconds left in the second overtime Friday night as the Chicago Bulls overcame an inspired effort by the Washington Wizards for a 121-119 victory. Just hours after teammate and suspended star Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty back in D.C.

Wizards star Arenas pleads guilty to gun charge
Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas pleads guilty to carrying a pistol without a license.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas pleads guilty to felony; deal expected
Gilbert Arenas has pleaded guilty to a felony count of carrying a pistol without a license.

Arenas charged with felony gun possession
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas charged with felony gun possession.

Report: Washington Wizards guiard Gilbert Arenas charged with felony
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been charged with felony gun possession, the Washington Post is reporting.

Hawks win third straight, beat Wizards (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford added 22 and the Atlanta Hawks won their third straight game with a sluggish 94-82 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Despite 25 points from Antawn Jamison, the Wizards lost their third straight and seventh in their last nine as the team tries to play through problems related to Gilbert Arenas' suspension.

Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders welcomes road trip amid troubles
Washington coach Flip Saunders believes a two-game trip could help the Wizards concentrate on basketball with the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation hovering over his team at home.

Two more Wizards questioned about Arenas gun incident
Two more Washington Wizards players are speaking to authorities about the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

More Washington Wizards questioned in gun case
Two more Washington Wizards players are spending time speaking to authorities about the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

Week 12 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
With Gilbert Arenas out, Randy Foye has been thrust into a prominent role in Washington. Our Sergio Gonzalez explains why he likes Foye's upside going forward and shares his other recommendations in his Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Washington Wizards players questioned by authorities in Gilbert Arenas gun probe
Three more members of the Washington Wizards have met with authorities concerning the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

Wizards' Stevenson honors Arenas (AP)
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets. DeShawn Stevenson took to the court during pregame warmups with the words "AGENT" and "ZERO" written in red capital letters on tape wrapped...

Hornets beat Wizards, win sixth straight (AP)

Chris Paul scored eight of his 26 points in the final three minutes Sunday to lead the New Orleans Hornets to their sixth-straight win, 115-110 over a Washington Wizards team that has turned its game up a notch since the suspension of Gilbert Arenas. Peja Stojakovic scored 20 points, and Paul added 14 assists for the Hornets, who have won three straight away from home to improve their record to...

Stevenson pays tribute to Arenas during game
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets.

DeShawn Stevenson of Washington Wizards tapes Arenas' nickname on his shins
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets.

The Washington Wizards have fined four players for partcipating in Arenas' antics
Four Washington Wizards players have been fined $10,000 apiece for making light of Gilbert Arenas' antics before Tuesday's game at Philadelphia.

Wizards overcome deficit to win without Arenas
The last-place and distracted Washington Wizards overcame a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit Friday night, beating the Orlando Magic 104-97 in the team's first game at the Verizon Center since Gilbert Arenas' suspension.

Arenas-less Wizards rally, beat Magic (AP)
The last-place and distracted Washington Wizards overcame a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit Friday night, beating the first-place Orlando Magic 104-97 in the team's first game at the Verizon Center since Gilbert Arenas' suspension. The Wizards earned several rousing, standing ovations during the final period -- an unusual display from the typically subdued Washington crowds -- for their...

Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders talks to grand jury, bans gambling
Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says he has met with the grand jury regarding the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

Antawn Jamison says Washington Wizards 'sick of' talk about Gilbert Arenas gun saga
It's been no fun being a member of the Washington Wizards.

Nets ban gambling on team flights (AP)
All bets are off on the New Jersey Nets' team plane. A team spokesman confirms the Nets have decided to ban gambling on their flights, not long after it apparently led to the locker room incident involving Gilbert Arenas and his guns. The ban was first reported by The New York Times, which said players were informed Wednesday.

Washington Wizards plan to fine players involved in Gilbert Arenas' antics
An NBA official says the Washington Wizards are planning to fine some players for participating in Gilbert Arenas' on-court antics that made light of his gun troubles.

Waiver Wire: Is Luther playing head games?
The Wizards have to make some changes with Gilbert Arenas out indefinitely. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that development and the emergence of Luther Head in Indiana in his latest edition of Playing the Waiver Wire.

Cavs easily beat Arenas-less Wizards (AP)

LeBron James piled up 23 points, eight assists and seven rebounds in just three quarters and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 121-98 win over the Washington Wizards, who watched troubled guard Gilbert Arenas leave them indefinitely on Wednesday. Shaquille O'Neal added 17 points in 17 minutes as the Cavs posted a season-high for points and won for the 13th time in 15 games.

Arenas suspended indefinitely by NBA (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern indefinitely suspended Gilbert Arenas without pay Wednesday, saying the Washington Wizards guard is "not currently fit to take the court." Stern also warned that Arenas' conduct will "ultimately result in a substantial suspension, and perhaps worse." Arenas is under investigation by federal and local authorities after admittedly bringing guns...

Arenas suspended indefinitely after gun incident
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been suspended indefinitely by the NBA.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas suspended indefinitely
Gilbert Arenas has been suspended indefinitely.

Jamison leads Wizards' rally past Sixers (AP)
Antawn Jamison tied his season-high with 32 points and had 14 rebounds, Nick Young scored 21 points and the Washington Wizards overcame an 18-point deficit in a 104-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. Gilbert Arenas had 19 points and a season-high 14 assists and Andray Blatche scored 12 for the Wizards (11-21), who snapped a four-game losing streak.

Sources: NBA weighs suspension for Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas
The NBA has not ruled out suspending Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas before the legal process plays out fully in Arenas' gun-possession case, according to sources close to the situation.

Fantasy Fast Break: Serious heat for Hibachi
Should Fantasy owners simply ride Gilbert Arenas for as long as they can before his legal troubles come to a head? Will Nate Robinson ever produce consistently? Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in his Fantasy Fast Break.

Arenas says gun stunt was a 'joke'
Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas says he took unloaded guns from his locker in a "misguided effort to play a joke" on a teammate.

NBA players: Guns OK if owned legally (AP)
Not only have David Stern's pleas to leave the guns at home been ignored, one player even brought his to work. The commissioner could hand Gilbert Arenas a severe punishment whenever he decides to take action, but it seems clear Stern can't convince NBA players not to carry firearms. As far as they're concerned, players have the right -- and maybe even the need -- to own weapons, as...

Gilbert Arenas meets with law over guns, apologizes
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas met with law enforcement officials on Monday to explain why he had guns at the Verizon Center last month.

Week 11 Fantasy Basketball Planner
When will owners see Chauncey Billups and Ron Artest? How will the Gilbert Arenas situation impact Fantasy in Week 11 and beyond? Sergio Gonzalez breaks down the latest news from around the league in his Fantasy Planner.

Wizards ownership release statement in regards to Arenas, Crittenton
The family of late Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin released a statement Saturday night in regards to reports Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton had a dispute that involved guns.

Spurs top Wizards for fifth straight win (AP)

Tim Duncan scored 23 points and reserve Roger Mason Jr. added a season-high 20 to lead the San Antonio Spurs to their fifth straight victory on Saturday night, 97-86 over the Washington Wizards, who remained enveloped in a gun controversy surrounding Gilbert Arenas. Tony Parker had 12 points for the Spurs, whose winning streak matches a season high.

Report: Gun standoff between Arenas, teammate
The investigation of Gilbert Arenas and the guns he brought to the Verizon Center took a much more serious turn Friday amid a report that the Washington Wizards point guard and teammate Javaris Crittenton allegedly drew on each other during a locker-room argument over a gambling debt.

Sources: Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards teammate began fight on team plane
A dispute that began on the team plane and resumed in the team's locker room between Wizards guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton is at the center of an investigation by local and federal authorities, according to sources close to the situation.

Report says Washington Wizards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other
Washington Wizards teammates Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other during a Christmas Eve locker room argument over a gambling debt, according to The New York Post.

Report: Arenas drew gun on Crittenton (AP)
Washington Wizards teammates Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other during a Christmas Eve locker room argument over a gambling debt, according to The New York Post. Citing an anonymous source, the newspaper reports in Friday's edition that the standoff was sparked when Crittenton became angry at Arenas for refusing to make good on a gambling debt.

Report: Arenas, teammate had gun standoff
Gilbert Arenas has already admitted having guns in his locker, but a new report says he pulled one on a teammate.

Report: Arenas, teammate had gun standoff
Gilbert Arenas has already admitted having guns in his locker, but a new report says he pulled one on a teammate.

Wizards' Arenas kept firearms in locker
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas stored unloaded firearms in a container in his locker, according to the team, and the NBA is looking into the situation.

Report: NBA investigating Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas for gun possession
The NBA and Washington Wizards are reportedly investigating whether Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was in the alleged possession of a firearm, CBSSports.com reported Thursday.

Arenas' 31 help Wizards end home skid (AP)

Brilliant at the beginning and end, and basically silent in between, Gilbert Arenas scored 31 points Tuesday night to lead the Washington Wizards to a 105-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, ending a three-game home losing streak. Arenas scored the game's first seven points and finished the opening quarter with 15.

Arenas sparks Wizards, ends 3-game home skid
Gilbert Arenas scored 31 points Tuesday night to lead the Washington Wizards to a 105-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, ending a three-game home losing streak.

Arenas drops 45 to end Wizards' 6-game slump
Gilbert Arenas had season-highs with 45 points and 13 assists and the Washington Wizards ended a six-game losing streak, beating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 Friday night.

Arenas scores 45 as Wizards snap skid (AP)

Gilbert Arenas had season-highs with 45 points and 13 assists and the Washington Wizards ended a six-game losing streak, beating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 Friday night. Caron Butler added a season-high 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Wizards. Brendan Haywood scored 15 points to go with 12 rebounds and Antawn Jamison had 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Arenas' triple-double not enough as Pacers win
Mike Dunleavy benefited from two replay reviews and made two free throws with one-tenth of a second left to help the Indiana Pacers withstand Gilbert Arenas' first triple-double in 5.5 years and beat the Washington Wizards 114-113 Saturday night.

Pacers win on Dunleavy FTs after replay (AP)
Mike Dunleavy benefited from two replay reviews and made two free throws with one-tenth of a second left to help the Indiana Pacers withstand Gilbert Arenas' first triple-double in 5 1/2 years and beat the Washington Wizards 114-113 Saturday night. Arenas' big statistical night was marred when he missed two free throws in the dying seconds of a close game for the second time in three...

Jump-shooting Wizards can't come inside
Gilbert Arenas and the Wizards show why they excite and disappoint their fans in a wild overtime loss, Charley Rosen says.

Boykins' surge helps Wizards top Bucks (AP)

Earl Boykins scored 11 of his 13 points in the final 10 minutes, including the winning free throws with a second left, to lead the Washington Wizards to a 104-102 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Boykins had a hand in the Wizards' final eight points. Gilbert Arenas led Washington with 22 points, and Nick Young scored 21.

Wizards' offense heats up to fight past Raptors
Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night.

Jamison, Arenas lead Wizards past Raptors (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night. Caron Butler scored 19 points, and Brendan Haywood had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Wizards, who have won three of four. Chris Bosh had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 20 points and 11 rebounds and Jose...

Nicknames for Wizards' Arenas too flattering
Hey, Gilbert Arenas. You can give yourself a ton of nicknames, but Charley Rosen has a name for you — and you'll likely hate it.

Arenas leads undermanned Wizards by Nets (AP)

Gilbert Arenas scored 32 points, barely cracked a smile on the court and afterward declared: "I don't get excited anymore." Andray Blatche scored a flashy career-high 30, strutted to the crowd after a highlight-reel baseline dunk and wore his fancy sunglasses as he approached reporters in the locker room.

Arenas leads shorthanded Wizards over Nets
Gilbert Arenas scored 32 points, including a halfcourt buzzer-beater at the end of the first quarter, Andray Blatche scored a career-high 30, and the Wizards overcame the absence of their regular starting forwards Saturday night in a win over the Nets.

Smith reaches blocks milestone in Hawks' win
Josh Smith scored 20 points and reached a blocked shots milestone, and the Atlanta Hawks held off Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards 100-89 on Friday night.

Smith reaches milestone in Hawks' win (AP)

Josh Smith scored 20 points and reached a blocked shots milestone, and the Atlanta Hawks held off Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards 100-89 on Friday night. Arenas had 23 points and Brendan Haywood added 19 for Washington. The 23-year-old Smith rejected a shot by Arenas in the fourth quarter to become the youngest player in NBA history to block 900 shots.

PHOTOS: 2009-10 NBA opening night
The NBA season tipped off Tuesday with four games and Gilbert Arenas was among the stars. Check out the best shots here.

Healthy Arenas carries Wizards past Mavs (AP)

Gilbert Arenas is a man of few words these days. He's good for a bunch of points and assists, though, and the Washington Wizards will gladly take that. Finally healthy after two seasons virtually lost to knee injuries, Arenas had 29 points and nine assists as the Wizards took an early lead over the revamped Dallas Mavericks and never let go on their way to a 102-91 victory Tuesday night.

Arenas returns to carry Wizards past Mavericks
Gilbert Arenas helped the Wizards to a 102-91 victory over the Mavs on Tuesday night.

Foye leads Wizards past James-less Cavs (AP)

LeBron James was sick. The Cleveland Cavaliers were sunk. Randy Foye scored 19 points in the fourth quarter to spark Washington's rally and led the Wizards to a 109-104 exhibition win over the Cavaliers, who played without a flu-ridden James on Wednesday night. Foye finished with 21 points and Mike Miller, recently criticized by some teammates for wearing James' signature Nike sneakers, made...

NBA fines both Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards $25,000
The NBA has fined Washington guard Gilbert Arenas $25,000 for not making himself available to the media.

Arenas fined $25,000 for avoiding media (AP)
The NBA is making Gilbert Arenas -- and the Washington Wizards -- pay for his silence. Arenas and his team were fined $25,000 apiece Tuesday by the league because he has not been talking to the media during the preseason, including before and after exhibition games. The three-time All-Star point guard became one of the NBA's most popular players thanks in part to his engaging personality and a...

Arenas, Wizards fined $25K for ignoring media
The NBA has fined Washington guard Gilbert Arenas $25,000 for not making himself available to the media. The league also penalized the Wizards organization $25,000 on Tuesday for failing to ensure that its players are following NBA media interview rules. Returning from a series of knee injuries that have limited him to 15 games in the last two seasons, Arenas has refused to talk to the press during the preseason.

VIDEO: NBA Tipoff: Wizards
After a 19-win season, the Wizards are a playoff lock, our NBA Tipoff says. And not just because Gilbert Arenas is back.

Wizards' Arenas finishes 6-for-6 in loss to Mavs
Gilbert Arenas waited a while to put up a shot Friday night. Once he finally began hoisting jumpers and driving through the lane with abandon, he didn't miss.

Marion has 26 in Mavericks debut (AP)

Gilbert Arenas waited a while to put up a shot Friday night. Once he finally began hoisting jumpers and driving through the lane with abandon, he didn't miss. Taking another step in his comeback, Gilbert Arenas had 12 points on 6-for-6 shooting -- all in the third quarter -- and nine assists in the Washington Wizards' 123-115 exhibition loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

2009-10 Draft Prep: Southeast Division
The Southeast Division has plenty of interesting storylines for Fantasy owners to follow, led by Michael Beasley's development and Gilbert Arenas' knee. Our Sergio Gonzalez previews all five teams.

2009-10 Draft Prep: Southeast Division Preview
The Southeast Division has plenty of interesting storylines for Fantasy owners to follow, led by Michael Beasley's development and Gilbert Arenas' knee. Our Sergio Gonzalez previews all five teams.

Arenas participates in halfcourt drills
Gilbert Arenas took part in five-on-five halfcourt drills at Washington Wizards practice on Friday after sitting out scrimmages the previous two days. Wizards first-year coach Flip Saunders says the oft-injured Arenas has taken part in just about everything during training camp but a dislocated finger sidelined him for the scrimmages. Arenas dislocated the middle finger on his left hand in a pickup game before training camp began, then aggravated it this week.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas takes part in drills
Gilbert Arenas took part in five-on-five halfcourt drills at Washington Wizards practice on Friday after sitting out scrimmages the previous two days.

Gilbert Arenas sits out scrimmages at Washington Wizards training camp
The Wizards say Gilbert Arenas has missed scrimmages at training camp because of a finger injury -- not because of any problems with his surgically repaired left knee.

Arenas sits out scrimmages at training camp
The Washington Wizards say Gilbert Arenas has missed scrimmages at training camp because of a finger injury - not because of any problems with his surgically repaired left knee. Arenas sat out a scrimmage for the second consecutive day Thursday, although he did participate in drills. He dislocated the middle finger on his left hand in a pickup game before training camp began, then aggravated it this week.

If these teams tip wrong way, watch out below
If the Wiz stink again — this time with Gilbert Arenas — they may make big changes. Randy Hill looks at several teams at tipping points.

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas to give up blog-writing focus amid return
Gilbert Arenas says he's not going to be the entertainer anymore.

Saunders thinks Arenas can be as good -- or better
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders thinks Gilbert Arenas can be just as good -- or better -- than the All-Star point guard was before having three operations on his left knee.

Saunders: Arenas can be as good as ever (AP)
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders thinks Gilbert Arenas can be just as good -- or better -- than the All-Star point guard was before having three operations on his left knee. Saunders says Tuesday, a week before training camp opens, that he and Arenas speak on a daily basis and the coach is confident that they will get along this season.

Gilbert Arenas says he's ready to go; criticizes Washington Wizards
Gilbert Arenas says he's back to his explosive self but is wondering if it's the Wizards' fault that it has taken him so long to get back to normal.

Saunders: You wouldn't know Arenas was hurt
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Gilbert Arenas looks fast on the court. Saunders traveled to Chicago last week and watched Arenas work out and play. Saunders says Arenas' surgically repaired left leg is about four times as strong as it's been. Says Saunders: "He gets to wherever he wants to get on the court. His quickness is back. If you walked into the gym, you wouldn't know he was hurt.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards has quickness back after surgery,. new coach Flip Saunders says
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Gilbert Arenas looks fast on the court.

Wizards' Thomas out with torn knee ligament
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas has a torn ligament in his left knee, the latest setback for a last-place team already without Gilbert Arenas, Brendan Haywood and DeShawn Stevenson.

Waiver Wire: In with the old
Whether it's Gilbert Arenas, Monta Ellis or even Eddy Curry, Fantasy Basketball is getting an influx of new bodies. Our Jeff Lippman addresses their value and more in his Playing the Waiver Wire.

Arenas showing progress, Wizards coach says
Wizards interim coach Ed Tapscott says Gilbert Arenas is showing "signs of progress" as he works to return from knee surgery.

Dear Mr. Fantasy: Juan far from gone
With the uncertain status of Gilbert Arenas and the recent trade that opened up playing time in the back court, Juan Dixon could shine for the Wizards. Our Jeff Lippman answers a few Dixon questions and more in his latest edition of Dear Mr. Fantasy.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=qk5SZDUJ"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=6exydN45"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=6exydN45" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=3m7CQgXK"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=3m7CQgXK" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=FibNrbhe"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/jz5IriD2KzU" height="1" width="1"/

Dear Mr. Fantasy: Juan far from gone
With the uncertain status of Gilbert Arenas and the recent trade that opened up playing time in the back court, Juan Dixon could shine for the Wizards. Our Jeff Lippman answers a few Dixon questions and more in his latest edition of Dear Mr. Fantasy.

Dear Mr. Fantasy: Juan far from gone
With the uncertain status of Gilbert Arenas and the recent trade that opened up playing time in the back court, Juan Dixon could shine for the Wizards. Our Jeff Lippman answers a few Dixon questions and more in his latest edition of Dear Mr. Fantasy.

Wizards get two guards in three-team trade
The Washington Wizards, Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Hornets have agreed to a three-team trade that will bring two new guards to the Gilbert Arenas-less Wizards.

Wizards fire Jordan after 1-10 start (AP)
Eddie Jordan was fired as coach of the Washington Wizards on Monday after opening the season 1-10 without injured starters Gilbert Arenas and Brendan Haywood. Ed Tapscott, the Wizards' director of player development, will replace Jordan on an interim basis, running his first practice as the team's new head coach Monday morning, a team spokesman said.

Arenas: Last place isn't such a bad place to be
Gilbert Arenas is already thinking about the possibility of a last-place finish for his Washington Wizards -- and finding the silver lining.

Arenas: Last could be 'for the better' for Wizards
Gilbert Arenas is already thinking about the possibility of a last-place finish for his Washington Wizards - and finding the silver lining. With Arenas still working his way back from a third knee operation in 1 1/2 years, the Wizards are off to a 1-8 start heading into their game Friday against the Houston Rockets.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/460079494" height="1" width="1"/

Court Awareness: Tuesday review
Wizards fans want Gilbert Arenas back, but John Lorge isn't sure he can save them. Get the full review of last night.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/458635681" height="1" width="1"/

Waiver Wire: Nick of time for Wizards
No Gilbert Arenas has meant more chances to contribute for Wizards guard Nick Young. Our Sergio Gonzalez recommends adding him off the waiver wire and also provides more players to add, some to avoid and some to stash away in his weekly Waiver Wire column.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=h1kEboPS"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=8GX4MlUo"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=8GX4MlUo" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=L2RUBkTV"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=L2RUBkTV" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=Y4GuTjx3"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/UAnIFZsH0yw" height="1" width="1"/

Carter gets Nets by Arenas-less Wizards (AP)
Vince Carter scored 21 points to lead his rebuilding New Jersey Nets to a 95-85 season-opening victory Wednesday night over a Washington Wizards team missing Gilbert Arenas. Carter -- whose teammates elected him the Nets' captain, coach Lawrence Frank announced before the game -- made a 16-foot fadeaway jumper over Caron Butler to put the visitors ahead 90-82 with a minute left and effectively...

Hornets beat Wizards again in Europe (AP)
Life without Gilbert Arenas isn't getting any easier for the Washington Wizards, who dropped their second straight European exhibition game to the New Orleans Hornets, 102-80 in Barcelona on Friday. Melvin Ely had 19 points and eight rebounds and Chris Paul added 10 points and eight assists to help the Hornets wrap up the NBA's annual preseason tour of Europe with another strong performance.

Wizards' injury woes continue (AP)
In recent seasons, the Washington Wizards could be described as injury plagued. Those woes have continued this preseason. Not only is star guard Gilbert Arenas not available for at least the first month of the season due to surgery on his left knee, but starting center Brendan Haywood is scheduled for surgery to repair torn ligaments in his injured right wrist next week.

Haywood to have injured wrist examined
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood will have his sprained right wrist examined by a specialist in New York City on Wednesday. Haywood was injured last week at training camp and was ruled out of Tuesday night's preseason opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Haywood averaged 10.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in 80 games for the Wizards last season. The Wizards are also without guard Gilbert Arenas, who's expected to miss several months with a left knee injury. Arenas, who averaged 28.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/414304985" height="1" width="1"/

Frustrated Arenas focusing on younger Wizards
Gilbert Arenas says he declined to talk Friday at the Wizards' media day because he didn't want to take attention from Washington's healthy players.

Arenas skips Wizards media day
Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards were both fined $15,000 by the NBA on Friday after he ducked out of the team's annual preseason media day, avoiding any discussion of his third left knee operation in 1frac12; years. The All-Star point guard was the only Wizards player not made available to reporters at the team's arena on Friday. A Wizards spokesman said Arenas will address the media Saturday, when the team opens training camp in Richmond, Va.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/403993985" height="1" width="1"/

Arenas avoids questions at Wizards' media day
Gilbert Arenas ducked out of the Wizards' annual preseason media day and avoided what was supposed to be his first public discussion of last week's knee surgery.

Wiz's confidence still high despite Arenas surgery
The prospect of a month or two -- or who knows how long? -- without Gilbert Arenas has not dimmed the expectations of the men who run the Washington Wizards.

Grunfeld, Jordan discuss life without Arenas
The prospect of a month or two - or who knows how long? - without Gilbert Arenas has not dimmed the expectations of the men who run the Washington Wizards. Sitting side by side Tuesday, president Ernie Grunfeld and coach Eddie Jordan made clear they expect their team to make the playoffs for a fifth consecutive season. Grunfeld's stated goal is to earn home-court advantage for the first round.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/401164610" height="1" width="1"/

Arenas out until Dec. or Jan. after knee operation
Gilbert Arenas had a third operation on his bothersome left knee Wednesday morning, once again throwing into doubt his status for the Washington Wizards' upcoming season.

Arenas has knee operation, will miss first month
Gilbert Arenas has had yet another operation on his bothersome left knee. The Washington Wizards point guard had an arthroscopic procedure Wednesday morning. The team ruled him out only for the start of training camp, but he told The Washington Post that he won't return until early December. The surgery is the third on the knee in 17 months for Arenas, who missed 69 regular season games last season and had to shut himself down in the playoffs.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/395439181" height="1" width="1"/

After signing contract, Arenas ready to win title
Gilbert Arenas met the media for the first time and said he will be more focused and do anything needed to help the Wizards win an NBA title.

NBA offseason roundup: Arenas signs $111M deal
Gilbert Arenas and the Wiz made their $111 million deal official Sunday. Catch up on all of the other offseason signings and trades.

Arenas signs six-year, $111 million deal with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas signed his six-year, $111 million contract with the Washington Wizards on Sunday, securing the return of a franchise player who is accepting less money than he was offered.

Wizards sign Arenas to six years, $111 million
Gilbert Arenas signed his six-year, $111 million contract with the Washington Wizards on Sunday, securing the return of a franchise player who is accepting less money than he was offered. Arenas and the Wizards agreed to the deal July 3, but both sides waited until Arenas returned from an overseas trip to settle the details. "Today is a great day for the Wizards organization," team president Ernie Grunfeld said.

Arenas to stay away from basketball until August
Gilbert Arenas has stayed off the basketball court since the Wizards were eliminated from the NBA playoffs in early May.

Money not always players' sole motivation
Gilbert Arenas says he took less money to help the Wiz. Elton Brand may do the same in L.A. Mike Kahn explores a new NBA trend.

Reports: Arenas takes less money to stay with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday. Arenas told the Washington Times and Washington Post that he was offered a maximum deal in the neighborhood of $127 million on Tuesday, the first day of the free agency period.

NBA offseason roundup: Arenas staying with Wiz?
Gilbert Arenas reportedly was offered $127 million by the Wizards, but will accept only $111M. Why? Follow the latest moves here.

Reports: Arenas, Wizards agree to $111M deal
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday.

From Davis to Artest, what free agents are worth
Baron Davis: Selfish. Gilbert Arenas: Overpriced. Not all free agents are as good as they seem. Charley Rosen puts them in their place.

Reports: Wizards, Warriors make max offers to Arenas
Gilbert Arenas is a wanted man.

Wizards contact Arenas, plan to discuss new deal
On Tuesday morning, Abe Pollin placed a call to free agent Gilbert Arenas, who was at a layover in Toronto on the way to China for a promotional trip on behalf of a shoe company.

Jamison resigns with Wizards for 4 years, $50M
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, $50 million deal. Jamison told The Associated Press there wasn't any doubt in his mind that he would return to the Wizards. He traveled from North Carolina to Washington on Monday to sign the deal. The contract clears the way for the team to focus on its other major free agent: three-time All-Star Gilbert Arenas.

Jamison signs 4-yr, $50M deal to stay with Wizards
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, $50 million deal. Jamison told The Associated Press there wasn't any doubt in his mind that he would return to the Wizards. He traveled from North Carolina to Washington on Monday to sign the deal. The contract clears the way for the team to focus on its other major free agent: three-time All-Star Gilbert Arenas.

Report: Wizards may offer Arenas more than $100M
The Washington Wizards plan to offer free agent Gilbert Arenas a long-term contract that could be worth more than $100 million, according to the Washington Post.

Wizards' Arenas opts out of final year of contract
Gilbert Arenas lived up to his word and opted out of the final year of his contract, the Washington Wizards said Monday. The move had been long expected. Arenas has repeatedly said he would forgo the final year of his six-year, $65 million deal so that he could re-sign with the team for an even larger amount. Arenas can begin negotiating with any team on July 1.

As expected, Wizards' Arenas opts out of contract
Gilbert Arenas lived up to his word and opted out of the final year of his contract, the Washington Wizards said Monday.

Wizards GM hopes to keep both Jamison, Arenas
Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday.

Wiz want to bring back Jamison, Arenas
Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday. Grunfeld shrugged, smiled and took in stride Arenas' insistence via the Internet that he won't return to the Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison doesn't. "We're on the same page, then. Because we want to sign Antawn. We want to sign Gilbert," Grunfeld said. "I kind of liked it. He's supportive of his teammate.

Wizards' Arenas links return to Jamison (AP)

Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday. Grunfeld shrugged, smiled and took in stride Arenas' insistence via the Internet that he won't return to the Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison doesn't.

Agent Zero says he won't return if Jamison doesn't
Gilbert Arenas insists he won't return to the Washington Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison isn't re-signed by the team.

Wizards make re-signing Arenas, Jamison priority
There is no use speculating whether Gilbert Arenas and Antawn Jamison will return to the Washington Wizards next season. If the attitudes expressed Sunday are any indication, their futures with the team are a foregone conclusion.

Wizards could have same look next season (AP)
There is no use speculating whether Gilbert Arenas and Antawn Jamison will return to the Washington Wizards next season. If the attitudes expressed Sunday are any indication, their futures with the team are a foregone conclusion. "I think it will be the case," forward Caron Butler said. "I'm almost positive that it will be the case, that Gil and Antawn will be back in a Wizards uniform next year."...

Wizards' Arenas to have injured left knee drained
Gilbert Arenas will have his injured left knee drained of excess fluid, beginning the process if preparing for next season.

Butler does it all for Wizards in Game 5 win
With Gilbert Arenas on the shelf and Antawn Jamison shooting blanks, Caron Butler won Game 5 for the Wizards, Mike Kahn says.

Arenas says he's done for season
Gilbert Arenas says he won't play again this season because of problems with his surgically repaired knee. Arenas announced the decision Wednesday just before Game 5 of the Washington Wizards' first-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The three-time All-Star missed the past two days of practice then decided along with the team trainer that he would not play again this season.

Cavs top Wizards 100-97, lead series 3-1 (AP)

King James got his crown knocked off, was booed every time he touched the ball, went 0-for-3 in the fourth quarter and passed up a chance to take the winning shot. And his Cleveland Cavaliers still beat the Washington Wizards. LeBron James had 34 points and 12 rebounds, and dished the ball to Delonte West for a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left Sunday, helping the Cavaliers get past the...

Arenas hurts knee again after return to starting lineup
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas, starting for the first time since November, left the game after injuring his surgically repaired knee in the first half Thursday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Arenas walked off the court late in the first half of the Wizards' 108-72 victory with an obvious limp. He has a bone bruise and possibly a pinched nerve in his left knee and is listed as day-to-day. Coach Eddie Jordan said Arenas will have therapy on the knee.

Celtics trying not to be overconfident (AP)
Wonder who the Boston Celtics will face in the second round of the NBA playoffs: Cleveland and LeBron James, or Washington and gimpy Gilbert Arenas? Uhhhh, hold that thought. We're getting a little ahead of ourselves. Yes, the Celtics have looked unstoppable in the first two games of their series against the Atlanta Hawks, winning by an average of 21 points.

Arenas hoping to play Game 4 despite gimpy knee
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is optimistic he will play in Sunday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, although the latest setback with his knee means his role could be more limited.

Arenas expects to play in Game 4 for Wizards
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is optimistic he will play in Sunday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, although the latest setback with his knee means his role could be more limited. Arenas started and played only 10 minutes in Washington's Game 3 victory Thursday night. He limped off the court in the second quarter and did not return.

Arenas returns to starting lineup for Wizards
Gilbert Arenas was listed in the starting lineup Thursday night for the Wizards, who needed a spark after going down 0-2 in their playoff series against the Cavaliers.

Arenas expected to play Game 2 with wrist sprain
Washington guard Gilbert Arenas is expected to play in Game 2 of the Wizards' series against the Cavaliers on Monday night despite a sprained right wrist.

Arenas expected to play with sore wrist
Washington guard Gilbert Arenas is expected to play in Game 2 of the Wizards' series against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night despite a sprained right wrist. Arenas scored 24 points in the opener, but apparently hurt his wrist in the fourth quarter while fouling LeBron James. Arenas was already slowed by a surgically repaired knee. He participated in Monday's shootaround with a wrap on his wrist.

James' 30 help Cavs rip Wizards 116-86 (AP)

Maybe Gilbert Arenas was talking about some other Cavaliers. The Cleveland team he and the Washington Wizards faced Monday night doesn't look so beatable. LeBron James scored 30 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas added 16, and the Cavaliers played their best game in months, blowing out Arenas and Co. 116-86 to take a 2-0 lead in an opening-round playoff series oozing with bad blood.

Arenas end silence, promises 'trouble' for Cavs
Gilbert Arenas is finally speaking again. He sounds like the same ol' Agent Zero.

Arenas ready to be 'assassin' in playoffs
Gilbert Arenas is finally speaking again. He sounds like the same ol' Agent Zero. "I'm an assassin. I get buckets," the Washington Wizards guard said after Friday's practice. "I know I haven't played in a long time, but the shot is still there, so when I come off that bench, there is going to be some trouble." Arenas, usually a master of self-promotion, began a media boycott when he returned from a 66-game absence on April 2.

Wizards close to full strength vs. Cavaliers
The Washington Wizards, who lost 225 man-games due to injuries this season, had a full contingent on the floor Thursday for their first practice in preparation for the opening-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Those taking part included Caron Butler, who sat out the final three games of the regular season with a bruised right knee, DeShawn Stevenson, who has been bothered by a sore back, and Gilbert Arenas, who has been coming off the bench since returning from knee surgery.

Wizards' Butler remains sidelined, out vs. Pacers
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster missed Monday's night must-win game against the Washington Wizards, who played without Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler.

Pacers C Foster misses crucial game (AP)
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster missed Monday's night must-win game against the Washington Wizards, who played without Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler. Foster bruised his right knee in Saturday's 107-103 loss to Charlotte. Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said he expects Foster to be available for Wednesday's regular season finale against New York.

Arenas leads Wizards past 76ers 109-93 (AP)

Gilbert Arenas finally looked like Agent Zero again, just in time for the Washington Wizards to put the Philadelphia 76ers out of reach. After another passive performance typical of his play since returning from a knee injury, Arenas took over the game by scoring 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter Saturday night in a 109-93 victory over the 76ers.

Silent Arenas lets game do his talking (AP)
Meet the new low-key Gilbert Arenas. Doesn't start. Doesn't talk. Doesn't blog. Doesn't try to take over the game. Doesn't even predict that he's going to. It's as if Agent Zero has discovered an alter ego. So far, the Washington Wizards have no complaints. "I think he's just here to play basketball now and not to talk about it," coach Eddie Jordan said.

In The Paint: Take a Wiz
Gilbert Arenas says he may accept a paycut so the Wizards can keep Antawn Jamison. Forgive Marques Johnson for being skeptical.

Arenas, Jamison take break, sit out against Bulls
Wizards forward Antawn Jamison missed his second straight game because of a sprained right shoulder, while Gilbert Arenas sat for precautionary reasons against the Bulls.

Wizards without F Jamison, G Arenas (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison missed his second straight game because of a sprained right shoulder, while Gilbert Arenas sat for precautionary reasons against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Jamison, averaging a team-leading 21.5 points and 10.2 rebounds, was injured late in Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee.

Wizards deny Arenas misled them on return
When Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas returned from surgery on his left knee to play Wednesday against Milwaukee, it was a surprise to many. Two days later, the Wizards insist his return was expected. Arenas, who missed 66 games, began the game shooting on Washington's practice court and arrived at the Wizards bench midway through the first quarter. He played 19 minutes and scored 17 points against the Bucks.

Arenas, injuries among Wizards' issues (AP)

The captain is doubtful with a sprained shoulder. The best defensive player is nursing a painful sprained ankle. The coach is trying to get over a sinus infection. And everyone is dealing with a huge case of Gilbertology, which again has breached the bounds of basketball protocol. The Washington Wizards were coping simultaneously Thursday with the aftermath of the bizarre return of Gilbert Arenas and...

Arenas returns, but Bucks edge Wizards (AP)

Agent Zero is back. Now the Washington Wizards have to figure out how to win with him. Gilbert Arenas made a surprise return Wednesday night after 66 games away, but Ramon Sessions provided the Arenas-like dramatics with a 19-foot jumper at the buzzer to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 110-109 victory over the Wizards.

Report: Arenas cleared to play, not yet suiting up
Gilbert Arenas was medically cleared to play again for the Wizards days ago. But when he will take the floor for the team remains uncertain.

Sessions stuns Arenas, Wiz
Hear from Milwaukee's Ramon Sessions after he nailed a game-winner at the buzzer against Washington, spoiling Gilbert Arenas' return to the court.

Arenas makes dramatic return to Wizards' lineup
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November.

Wizards' Arenas makes surprise return to action
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November. Showing a flare for the dramatic, Arenas waited until the 5:30 mark of the first quarter of the Wizards' game against Milwaukee on Wednesday night to emerge from the locker room in uniform. He entered the game 9 seconds later to a big ovation and scored on a reverse layup with 4:49 left in the first. It was his first points since Nov.

Wizards G Arenas makes surprise return (AP)
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November. Showing a flare for the dramatic, Arenas waited until the 5:30 mark of the first quarter of the Wizards' game against Milwaukee on Wednesday night to emerge from the locker room in uniform.

Wizards' Butler, Daniels are ready; Arenas still out
Caron Butler and Antonio Daniels took part in the Washington Wizards' morning shootaround and were expected to start Wednesday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks, while Gilbert Arenas sat out despite being cleared to play. Butler (strained left hamstring) and Daniels (sprained left wrist) missed Monday's 129-87 loss at Utah. Both were hurt the previous night in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, although Daniels' wrist has been bothering him for weeks.

Week 22 Basketball Planner
Dirk Nowitzki is battling an injury while Jermaine O'Neal and Gilbert Arenas might actually return sooner rather than later. Our Sergio Gonzalez examines that and more in his latest Fantasy Basketball Planner.

Week 22 Basketball Planner
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Arenas wants to play but Wiz don't clear All-Star
Gilbert Arenas has not been cleared to play for the Wizards.

Wizards win third straight, beat Pistons (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 24 points and 12 rebounds Sunday night, and the Washington Wizards added another impressive win to their resume with a 95-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons. The Wizards overcame the distraction of yet another episode of Gilbert Arenas drama to win their third straight game and sixth in their past seven.

Unhappy Arenas out for at least another week
An unhappy Gilbert Arenas learned Sunday night that he had not been cleared to play by Washington Wizards team doctors, dashing his hopes of returning in the nationally televised game against the Detroit Pistons - or anytime soon. Arenas took part in the shootaround Sunday morning and was so confident that he would be in uniform against the Pistons that he didn't bring proper attire to sit on the bench as an injured player.

Arenas wants to play but Wiz don't clear All-Star
Gilbert Arenas has not been cleared to play for the Wizards.

In the Paint: The Wiz returns
Caron Butler is back. Gilbert Arenas will soon follow. Marques Johnson says the Wizards may be dangerous in the playoffs.

Wizards guard Arenas has MRI on knee
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is increasing the intensity of his workouts in an attempt to return this season from knee surgery. The All-Star guard had an MRI on his surgically repaired left knee Monday. He underwent surgery Nov. 21. "They said everything healed," Arenas said before Washington played Atlanta Monday night. "They want me to ramp it back up - go full speed." Arenas said he would work out Monday night, and see how it feels Tuesday.

Arenas has MRI on knee, vows to be 'assist man'
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is increasing the intensity of his workouts in an attempt to return this season from knee surgery.

Wizards' Arenas near return from knee surgery
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4. Arenas, who's participated in four practices, says he's going to get an MRI on Tuesday - "just to make sure nothing's wrong." If he's given clearance by team doctors, "then, I guess that means I'll play," he said.

Wizards' Arenas nears return from knee surgery
The Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards G Arenas close to returning (AP)
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4. Arenas, who's participated in four practices, says he's going to get an MRI on Tuesday -- "just to make sure nothing's wrong." If he's given clearance by team...

Wiz F Butler practices for first time since Feb. 5
All-Star forward Caron Butler returned to practice Monday for the Washington Wizards, giving the struggling team hope that it can finally put its best lineup on the court in the final weeks of the season. Butler's return came six days after three-time All-Star point guard Gilbert Arenas took part in a full-contact practice for the first time since November.

Jamison helps Wizards beat Raptors in OT (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 110-106 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Roger Mason added 18 points for the Wizards, who had six players score in double figures. Washington has won five of seven despite missing Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler.

Arenas back at practice; no timetable for return
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was pleased after his first full-contact practice in 3 1/2 months on Tuesday. "It felt good. I was surprised about my wind - I wasn't as tired as I thought I was going to be," the three-time All-Star said. "I was just excited to get out there and play basketball. ... My knee is fine so far. We'll see how it acts tomorrow after a day of rest.

Wiz's Arenas gives it a go in full-contact practice
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was pleased after his first full-contact practice in 3.5 months on Tuesday.

Wizards guard Arenas cleared to return to practice
Gilbert Arenas will return to practice Tuesday for the Washington Wizards, the latest step in his long recovery from knee surgery.

Wizards star Arenas cleared to return to practice
Gilbert Arenas will return to practice Tuesday for the Washington Wizards, the latest step in his long recovery from knee surgery. "They cleared me to go out there and go full speed," the three-time All-Star guard said Monday. "But I am just going to take it slow." Arenas' left knee has been acting up for nearly a year. He had surgery last April and pursued an aggressive rehabilitation regimen so that he could return for the start of this season.

Wizards' Arenas uncertain about return date
For weeks, Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been targeting a March 2 return from knee surgery. On Saturday night, he conceded that he's not close to being ready to play. "If I wanted it to be, it can be realistic," Arenas said of his original goal. "But, it's going to be longer to get into shape." Arenas had surgery on his left knee Nov. 21 and has been rehabilitating it since, but he hasn't practiced with the team. "I'm trying to get some rhythm back in my legs, get some cardio in.

Agent Zero grounded? Arenas uncertain on return
For weeks, Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been targeting a March 2 return from knee surgery. On Saturday night, he conceded that he's not close to being ready to play.

Wizards slumping without Arenas, Butler (AP)

Forget for a moment all the points, rebounds, steals and assists that Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler would provide if they were on the floor. The Washington Wizards also need their fire. Those who are healthy enough to play had the audacity to think they could just show up and beat another struggling team, the New York Knicks, in the first game after the All-Star break.

Wizards' Arenas, Thomas move closer to returns
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery. Arenas has said he hopes to return to the Wizards in the coming weeks. The team has not said when he can return to full-contact practice. Another injured Wizards player, center Etan Thomas, was cleared to practice for the first time since he had open-heart surgery in October. No timetable has been set for him to play in a game.

Wiz's Arenas, Thomas move closer toward returns
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery.

Wizards' Arenas cleared for drills (AP)
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery. Arenas has said he hopes to return to the Wizards in the coming weeks. The team has not said when he can return to full-contact practice. Another injured Wizards player, center Etan Thomas, was cleared to practice for the first time since he...

Wizards have grown up without Arenas
The Wizards have grown up in Gilbert Arenas' absence. Mike Kahn says that poses a new challenge for Agent Zero -- fitting in.

Playing the Waiver Wire: Hanging on
Many Fantasy owners out there are still hanging on to players like Gilbert Arenas (knee) and Elton Brand (Achilles') despite the fact that they've produced just eight games combined this season. Sergio Gonzalez weighs the pros and cons of hanging on in his latest Playing the Waiver Wire and he also gives Fantasy owners some players to target off the waiver wire as well as players to avoid.

Cram Session: News on Gilbert, K.G. and Pau
Is Gilbert Arenas returning sooner than expected? When will K.G. be back on the court? Our Sergio Gonzalez discusses that and more in his latest edition of Cram Session.

Celtics suffer first back-to-back losses (AP)

After a successful sweep of the league-leading Boston Celtics, the Washington Wizards are starting to think big even without a healthy Gilbert Arenas. Caron Butler scored 21 and Washington beat Boston 88-83 on Monday night for the Wizards' second victory over the Celtics in three days. "Our eyes are on winning a championship," Butler said.

Arenas isn't expected to return anytime soon
It's becoming less likely that Gilbert Arenas will return this season as he tries to heal from knee surgery, Sports XChange says.

Wizards All-Star not sure when he'll return
Gilbert Arenas said he hopes he'll return from a second knee operation and be back in the Washington Wizards' lineup within two months. "I don't really know. I keep pushing it back," the All-Star point guard told the team's Web site on Saturday. "Hopefully, I will be able to come back sometime between the middle of February to the middle of March." Arenas had surgery last April, then needed another operation in November. At the time, his recovery was expected to take three months.

Arenas eyeing return, not sure it'll be this season
Gilbert Arenas said he hopes to return from a second knee operation and be back in the Washington Wizards' lineup within two months but isn't sure that will happen.

Wizards' Daniels out with sprained knee
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games. Daniels sprained his right MCL during the second quarter of Thursday night's win over Miami. He finished the game and had 11 points and five assists. The Wizards are already missing Gilbert Arenas, who had knee surgery Nov. 21 and isn't expected to return until March at the earliest.

Daniels sidelined by sprained knee
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games. Daniels sprained his right MCL during the second quarter of Thursday night's win over Miami. He finished the game and had 11 points and five assists. The Wizards are already missing Gilbert Arenas, who had knee surgery Nov. 21 and isn't expected to return until mid-February at the earliest.

Wizards getting by without Arenas
The Wizards are looking and playing like a team — without Gilbert Arenas. Are they better off without him? Charley Rosen takes a look.

Playing the Waiver Wire: Find another Hibachi
The injury to Gilbert Arenas has created a big void in Washington and Fantasy owners will once again have to hit the waiver wire. Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at who benefits from a Fantasy standpoint and he also takes a look around the league at players for you to add, avoid, drop and monitor on the waiver wire.

Playing the Waiver Wire: Find another Hibachi
The injury to Gilbert Arenas has created a big void in Washington and Fantasy owners will once again have to hit the waiver wire. Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at who benefits from a Fantasy standpoint and he also takes a look around the league at players for you to add, avoid, drop and monitor on the waiver wire.

Parker lifts Spurs past Wizards 109-94 (AP)

Tony Parker had 29 points and 11 assists to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Washington Wizards 109-94 on Wednesday night. Manu Ginobili added 19 points and Tim Duncan had 16 for the Spurs. Caron Butler and Antawn Jamison, who have stepped up for the Wizards since guard Gilbert Arenas went out last week for three months following knee surgery, combined to go just 9-of-24 from the field for 28...

In the Paint: Buck-ing a trend
The Wizards have fared well without injured star Gilbert Arenas so far. Marques Johnson says that's unlikely to last for long.

Dime Smack: Blatche stepping up
Andray Blatche is stepping up with Gilbert Arenas out. Dime Smack notes he went for 12 points and 13 rebounds vs. the Bobcats.

Butler's 39 help Wizards win in overtime (AP)

Caron Butler helped make up for the loss of leading scorer Gilbert Arenas at least for a night, scoring 39 points to lead the Washington Wizards over the Charlotte Bobcats 114-111 in overtime Wednesday. With the Wizards receiving the jolting news that their star will be out for about three months after Arenas underwent knee surgery earlier in the day, Butler scored seven points in overtime,...

Knee surgery to keep Arenas out 3 months
Washington Wizards leading scorer Gilbert Arenas underwent surgery on his left knee on Wednesday and will miss about three months. Arenas had been experiencing swelling and soreness in the knee which he had surgically repaired late last season. After sitting out the past two games, Arenas underwent an MRI Wednesday morning. He underwent the surgery later in the afternoon. Team officials say the surgery was a success and Arenas will begin rehabilitation soon.

Wizards' Arenas out 3 months after knee surgery
Gilbert Arenas had surgery Wednesday to repai or torn meniscus and says he'll be out for three months, according to report on the Washington Post's Web site.

Wizards G Arenas to miss 3 months (AP)
Washington Wizards leading scorer Gilbert Arenas underwent surgery on his left knee on Wednesday and will miss about three months. Arenas had been experiencing swelling and soreness in the knee which he had surgically repaired late last season. After sitting out the past two games, Arenas underwent an MRI Wednesday morning.

Arenas sits, Wizards win fifth straight (AP)

Andray Blatche reached his career high at the first-half buzzer, holding both hands aloft long after he swished his baseline 3-pointer. Gilbert Arenas, cheering in street clothes on the bench, must have been happy and jealous at the same time. "I had to tell him, he ain't the only one who can do it," said Blatche, laughing through his attempt to sound pretentious.

Wizards' Arenas misses 2nd straight game
Washington Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas missed his second consecutive game Tuesday night, the latest setback in his recovery from a knee injury. Coach Eddie Jordan made the announcement less than an hour before tip-off of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The news came as a surprise, given that Arenas had three days of rest since his previous game. "He's just not ready to play," coach Eddie Jordan said.

Expected to play, Arenas misses 2nd game in row
Washington Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas missed his second consecutive game Tuesday night, the latest setback in his recovery from a knee injury.

Wizards G Arenas sitting out again (AP)
Washington Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas missed his second consecutive game Tuesday night, the latest setback in his recovery from a knee injury. Coach Eddie Jordan made the announcement less than an hour before tip-off of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The news came as a surprise, given that Arenas had three days of rest since his previous game.

Wizards guard Arenas sits out practice
Gilbert Arenas sat out practice Monday to rest his left knee, but the Washington Wizards expect him to play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Arenas missed a game for the first time this season Saturday because his surgically repaired knee was feeling sore. The Wizards beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-90 that night for their fourth consecutive victory after opening the season 0-5. Arenas has been getting some extra rest this season, missing practices to let his knee recover.

Wizards G Arenas sits out practice to rest knee
Gilbert Arenas sat out practice Monday to rest his left knee, but the Washington Wizards expect him to play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday.

Jamison's 30 lift short-handed Wizards (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 30 points to lead the short-handed Washington Wizards over the Portland Trail Blazers 109-90 on Saturday night. About an hour before the start of the game, the Wizards said that Gilbert Arenas, who had surgery on his left knee in April, would miss the game with soreness in his knee.

Jamison drops 30 as Wizards win again
Antawn Jamison had 30 points to lead the short-handed Washington Wizards over the Portland Trail Blazers 109-91 on Saturday night. About an hour before the start of the game, the Wizards said that Gilbert Arenas, who had surgery on his left knee in April, would miss the game with soreness in his knee. Jamison, who entered the night averaging 17.8 points, third on the team behind Caron Butler and Arenas, picked up for his injured teammate. Jamison's shooting wasn't spectacular.

Agent Zero sits vs. Portland (knee)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will miss Saturday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers because of a sore left knee. Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said the entire team participated in a shootaround before the game. But Arenas' injury was disclosed when the lineups were announced. "We have just-in-case plans in place," Jordan said when asked before the game about Arenas. "We know it's a tough deal for him." Antonio Daniels will start in place of Arenas, who is averaging 22.

Wizards' Arenas sits vs. Blazers with sore knee
Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will miss Saturday night's game against the Trail Blazers because of a sore left knee.

Wizards' Arenas sits out with sore knee (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas will miss Saturday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers because of a sore left knee. Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said the entire team participated in a shootaround before the game. But Arenas' injury was disclosed when the lineups were announced. "We have just-in-case plans in place," Jordan said when asked before the game about Arenas.

Butler, Wizards defeat Wolves 105-89 (AP)

If the Washington Wizards continue to show the type of explosiveness they did on Friday night, their horrible start to the season will soon be forgotten. Caron Butler scored a season-high 29 points, Gilbert Arenas added 27, and the Wizards beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 105-89 for their third consecutive victory.

Arenas' 30 lift Wizards over Pacers (AP)

Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards finally gave their home fans something to cheer about. Showing more spring in his step and more accuracy with his shot, Arenas scored 20 of his 30 points in the first half and finished with 11 assists and six rebounds, leading Washington to a 103-90 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Mixed results for Arenas in loss
Gilbert Arenas had his moments and scored 21 vs. the Nets, but Dime Smack points out his late mistake killed the Wizards.

Arenas misfires on last-second shot
Richard Jefferson scored 25 points, including two game-winning free throws with 24 seconds to play, and the New Jersey Nets rallied for an 87-85 victory over the winless Washington Wizards on Thursday night. The Nets' fourth victory in five games wasn't secured until Antoine Wright forced Gilbert Arenas to his right and the Washington guard had to take an off-balance shot that might have been deflected by Vince Carter.

Jefferson's FTs help Nets top Wizards (AP)
Richard Jefferson scored 25 points, including two game-winning free throws with 24 seconds to play, and the New Jersey Nets rallied for an 87-85 victory over the winless Washington Wizards on Thursday night. The Nets' fourth victory in five games wasn't secured until Antoine Wright forced Gilbert Arenas to his right and the Washington guard had to take an off-balance shot that might have been...

Wizards' Arenas has knee drained again (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas had his surgically repaired left knee drained for the second time in three weeks Wednesday and missed a third consecutive practice. Still, Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said he expects Arenas to play against the New Jersey Nets on Thursday night. Arenas said his knee felt stiff after Washington's last game, a loss to the Orlando Magic on Saturday that dropped...

Arenas' knee drained for second time in 3 weeks
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas had his surgically repaired left knee drained for the second time in three weeks Wednesday and missed a third consecutive practice.

Arenas' knee drained, out of practice again
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas had his surgically repaired left knee drained for the second time in three weeks Wednesday and missed a third consecutive practice. Still, Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said he expects Arenas to play against the New Jersey Nets on Thursday night. Arenas said his knee felt stiff after Washington's last game, a loss to the Orlando Magic on Saturday that dropped the Wizards to 0-3. He hasn't practiced since.

East coast bias
Who's going to be the team to be in the Eastern Conference in '08? Gilbert Arenas tells Dime what he thinks.

East coast bias
Who's going to be the team to be in the Eastern Conference in '08? Gilbert Arenas tells Dime what he thinks.

LeBron plays little in Cavaliers' loss (AP)

Exhibition? Excruciating was more fitting. It's a good thing the Cleveland Cavaliers and Washington Wizards have a few more weeks to work out the kinks. Antonio Daniels scored 12 points, Gilbert Arenas had nine in his first game back from offseason knee surgery and the Wizards beat the Cavaliers 81-62 on Tuesday night in an NBA preseason matchup of playoff teams from last season.

Arenas shifting focus to elevating Wizards' status
Gilbert Arenas swears he is as healthy as ever. He's certainly as talkative as ever.

Arenas says he's fully recovered (AP)

Gilbert Arenas swears he is as healthy as ever. He's certainly as talkative as ever. The Washington Wizards' All-Star guard promised Friday he's prepared to go "full speed ahead" on his surgically repaired left knee when training camp opens next week and when the regular season opens next month. "I've got to prove myself coming back from this injury.

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Team Year GP GS MIN PTS FGM/A FG% FTM/A FT% 3M/A 3% OR DR TR ASTS ST BK TO PTS REB ASTS ST BK TO
was 2007 74 73 2942 2105 647-1548 41.8 606-718 84.4 205-584 35.1 61 277 338 443 139 13 236 28.4 4.6 6.0 1.9 0.2 3.2
was 2007 74 73 2942 2105 647-1548 41.8 606-718 84.4 205-584 35.1 61 277 338 443 139 13 236 28.4 4.6 6.0 1.9 0.2 3.2
was 2006 80 80 3381 2346 746-1668 44.7 655-799 82.0 199-540 36.9 59 221 280 484 161 25 297 29.3 3.5 6.1 2.0 0.3 3.7
was 2005 80 80 3274 2038 656-1523 43.1 521-640 81.4 205-562 36.5 83 295 378 411 139 23 242 25.5 4.7 5.1 1.7 0.3 3.0
was 2004 55 52 2068 1078 358-914 39.2 237-317 74.8 125-333 37.5 55 199 254 275 103 12 226 19.6 4.6 5.0 1.9 0.2 4.1
gsw 2003 82 82 2868 1497 509-1180 43.1 370-468 79.1 109-313 34.8 97 289 386 514 124 17 290 18.3 4.7 6.3 1.5 0.2 3.5
gsw 2002 47 30 1155 511 174-384 45.3 124-160 77.5 39-113 34.5 41 91 132 174 69 11 97 10.9 2.8 3.7 1.5 0.2 2.1

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Team	Year	GP	GS	MIN	PTS	FGM/A	FG%	FTM/A	FT%	3M/A	3%	OR	DR	TR	ASTS	ST	BK	TO	PTS	REB	ASTS	ST	BK	TO
was	2007	74	73	2942	2105	647-1548	41.8	606-718	84.4	205-584	35.1	61	277	338	443	139	13	236	28.4	4.6	6.0	1.9	0.2	3.2
was	2007	74	73	2942	2105	647-1548	41.8	606-718	84.4	205-584	35.1	61	277	338	443	139	13	236	28.4	4.6	6.0	1.9	0.2	3.2
was	2006	80	80	3381	2346	746-1668	44.7	655-799	82.0	199-540	36.9	59	221	280	484	161	25	297	29.3	3.5	6.1	2.0	0.3	3.7
was	2005	80	80	3274	2038	656-1523	43.1	521-640	81.4	205-562	36.5	83	295	378	411	139	23	242	25.5	4.7	5.1	1.7	0.3	3.0
was	2004	55	52	2068	1078	358-914	39.2	237-317	74.8	125-333	37.5	55	199	254	275	103	12	226	19.6	4.6	5.0	1.9	0.2	4.1
gsw	2003	82	82	2868	1497	509-1180	43.1	370-468	79.1	109-313	34.8	97	289	386	514	124	17	290	18.3	4.7	6.3	1.5	0.2	3.5
gsw	2002	47	30	1155	511	174-384	45.3	124-160	77.5	39-113	34.5	41	91	132	174	69	11	97	10.9	2.8	3.7	1.5	0.2	2.1

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