Stan Van Gundy Confirms Dwight Howard Wants Him Fired

Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has confirmed that Dwight Howard wants him fired, according to Frank Isola of the New York Daily News and confirmed by Yahoo! Sports’ Adrian Wojnarowski.

Reports have it that Van Gundy acknowledged the superstar center has asked for him to be removed from his post multiple times, but Dwight is denying it in public.

The Magic are set to take on the New York Knicks tonight at 7:00 p.m. ET, and it’s currently unknown how this controversy will affect the status of Howard or Van Gundy for the game.

It’s clear the coach is extremely upset with the situation and is tired of hiding the truth from inquiring reporters.

We’ll keep you informed throughout the day with the latest breaking news and updates on the situation brewing in Orlando right here on Bleacher Report.