Predictably, the Orlando Magic made two key moves earlier today, firstly firing head coach Stan Van Gundy and then mutually agreeing to part ways with General Manager Otis Smith. Van Gundy exits as the winningest coach in the franchise’s history with a .657 winning percentage. Smith was credited as being the man who orchestrated the Magic’s 2009 Finals run, but perhaps had lost the confidence of Orlando’s ownership after several questionable moves including the Vince Carter trade, and acquiring Gilbert Arenas.
Early favorites for the vacant position include Brian Shaw, Michael Malone and Nate McMillan.
