The Wizards season ended only four days ago, but the summertime rumors have already begun to swirl. The one that reached my ears late last night says word is bouncing around out there in the sports representation industry that Gilbert Arenas is in talks with CAA Sports agent Leon Rose, who represents Allen Iverson, LeBron James and Rip Hamilton.

It seemed odd since Agent Zero said last summer when he first announced that he was opting out this offseason that he would not hire an agent. He maintained last week that he would represent himself this summer. But you never can tell with Gil. But it also made a bit of sense since CAA-- which mostly represents actors and singers but in recent years added a sports division -- has ties to Hollywood, which would seem enticing to the ever self-promoting Wizards star.

So, I put in a call to Agent Zero himself this morning and he said there is no truth to the matter. Gil, who was just getting off a plane in Orlando where he's vacationing through the weekend, said, "I see no point in giving somebody 4 percent of my money" when he can negotiate for himself.

Arenas, who is seeking a long-term max deal that could exceed $100 million, said he will be turning in the early termination papers by the June 30th deadline so he will be a free agent when the period begins on July 1. I still think he's coming back to the Wizards, and as has been reported, he has said he would like to remain in the District.

So, one rumor down, 903,9382 to go. Should be a fun summer!

-- Mike Jones