The Arenas Fallout Continues

According to an NBA official, the Wizards plan to fine some of Gilbert Arenas’ teammates for participating in his pregame warmup Tuesday that included him using his hands as guns.

The official said the fines would be contingent upon whether or not they planned the act ahead of time. In related news, the Wizards removed a several-stories tall banner of Arenas from the Verizon Center on Thursday, putting another nail in the coffin for his chances of returning this season.

Elsewhere around the NBA:

Chicago: Tyrus Thomas said Thursday that he is very frustrated with the Bulls’ two-game losing streak, but was clearly voicing his displeasure with not playing more. When asked if he was healthy, he said he was about “90 to 95″ percent and then added that he was, “once again trying to find my niche on this team.” Coach Vinny Del Negro has been firm in his decision to start and play Taj Gibson, but any prolonged losing streak could cause Del Negro to change his mind in fear of losing his job.

Phoenix Suns: Coach Alvin Gentry gave Leandro Barbosa earlier substitutions Wednesday, as well as his first time on the court with Steve Nash in four games. “Coach has been giving me plays. We were doing well. I’m coming back,” said Barbosa about his play Wednesday, which had its ups and downs.

Minnesota; Coach Kurt Rambis said Thursday that forward Ryan Gomes could replace Damien Wilkins in the starting lineup soon. Gomes was rolling prior to Kevin Love’s return, and while it was thought his value would take a hit at that point, he still managed nearly 20 points per game in the four games they played together before he hurt his ankle.

New York: Wilson Chandler scored a season-high 27 points on 11-of-21 shooting (including a three) with seven rebounds and six assists in the Knicks’ 97-93 win over the  Charlotte Bobcats on Thursday.

Charlotte: Stephen Jackson continued his recent strong play with 26 points on 10-of-26 shooting (including two threes) to go with seven rebounds, three assists, three steals, and a block on Thursday.

Charlotte: Tyson Chandler says he was able to walk Thursday without significant pain for the first time since he was diagnosed with a stress reaction in his left foot. He’s still in a walking boot, but is cleared to ride the stationary bike.

Boston: Despite the fact that he is traveling with the team, Kevin Garnett (knee) will be held from Friday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. This report came from the Hawks’ beat writers, but with news released Wednesday that KG could miss up to two weeks, it’s probably safe to assume he won’t play.