Since Robert Sarver purchased the team in 2004 with Bryan Colangelo getting his own stake, there was talk of Suns management committee member Steve Kerr (an investor and consultant) becoming GM.

If Colangelo were to leave for Toronto, Sarver could have Assistant General Manager David Griffin assume the duties. Griffin has been at Colangelo's side for the recent years' roster retooling. Sarver could use a committee or ask Kerr, who many feel would decline, to take over or help pick a successor for next season.