Lon Babby will transition from president of the Phoenix Suns to senior advisor on August 1st.

Ryan McDonough will become head of basketball operations for the Suns.

Babby is a former player agent.

“I am grateful that Robert has accommodated my wish to reduce my work load, while remaining a vital part of the Suns organization.  At this stage of my career, I welcome the flexibility that comes with this new role, a flexibility that will enable me to do other things that are important to me both personally and in the community.  I feel particularly confident in making this transition because of the quality of leadership in place within the organization,” said Babby.