I’ve tried to make my case over the last few weeks that the Redeem Team could use the services of Gilbert Arenas to no avail (You are aware that Jason Kidd has 9 points and 9 assists in Beijing, right?  That’s not a per game average, that’s his total output in Beijing.), but at least the director of USA Basketball, Jerry Colangelo won’t shut the door on another appearance by Arenas.  Here’s what he had to say in his chat with the Washington Post:

Chicago, IL: Has Gilbert Arenas burned any bridges with USA basketball, or will he be under consideration for the team in future years?

Jerry Colangelo: I’ve always stated that I’m one to give people 2nd chances and opportunities, and we’re human beings and we all make mistakes in what we say or in our actions. Gilbert was asked to join us and participate and he accepted. It didn’t work out the first time around, he was injured, but he was on the cusp of making the team. And despite some of his ill-placed remarks, which weren’t very accurate, I didn’t make a big deal of it, so he would still be under consideration.

[Note: This will be my last post for about a week or so as I go through the process of moving, so don't be alarmed if Gilbert does something crazy and I don't do a post about it right away.  Feel free to discuss anything that happens in the comments.]