The Phoenix Suns today named Lon Babby the club?s president of basketball operations.

"Our organization is fortunate to have someone of Lon's experience and talent to head-up our basketball staff," said Suns Managing Partner Robert Sarver. "He brings with him a unique set of skills and a great reputation in the business."

With almost 35 years as a practicing attorney with Washington, DC-based Williams & Connolly, LLP, Babby brings a wealth of experience as an industry leader in sports and contract negotiations.