Blatche charges dropped, Arenas sits out shootaround

Solicitation charges against Andray Blatche have been dropped after he completed a daylong seminar that is called "John School." Blatche didn't have to appear in court today and is in New Jersey with the Wizards as they get ready to play the Nets tonight.

Gilbert Arenas attended this morning's shootaround but did not participate. Arenas told teammates yesterday that he plans on playing but the team has not formally announced his status. Officially, he's a game-time decision. I'll check in later after pregame with an update on Gilbert, the team's mood, Eddie Jordan's goals for the night etc.