Gilbert Arenas announced that he underwent a third surgery to his left knee. The announcement was made on September 17, 2008. Arenas is expected to miss the first month of the 2008 - 2009 NBA Season.

On September 26, 2008, it was announced that Arenas would not be available for the preseason media day.ESPN.com: Arenas not made available to media

I just had some floating debris in there that was slowing me down. It was irritating the knee, so we decided to go in there and clean it out. This should actually allow me to come back faster."--Gilbert ArenasESPN.com: Arenas has knee surgery(September 17, 2008)

"It's just an opportunity for other guys to step up and pick up the slack."--Ernie GrunfieldESPN.com: Arenas has knee surgery(September 17, 2008), Washington Wizards President

"Gilbert is 26 years old and we are looking at the big picture and we are expecting to have him in this franchise for a long time and to be an outstanding player for us."--Ernie GrunfieldESPN.com: Arenas has knee surgery(September 17, 2008), Washington Wizards President

"This was a proactive procedure that will enhance his rehabilitation process."--Dr. Marc ConnellESPN.com: Arenas has knee surgery(September 17, 2008), Wizards' team physician.