Back in April, the Phoenix Suns relieved GM Lance Blanks of his duties. The Suns had a disappointing season and you can’t fire the players, of course. Today, their search for a GM came to an end as they hired Ryan McDonough away from the Boston Celtics.
McDonough had been the assistant GM in Boston, working under Danny Ainge where they had much success together. At the tender age of just 33, McDonough will be responsible for constructing an NBA franchise.
The Phoenix Suns have named Ryan McDonough the team’s general manager, it was announced today. He will be introduced in a press conference on Thursday, May 9, at US Airways Center.
“Ryan distinguished himself among an impressive group of candidates for our GM position,” said Suns President of Basketball Operations Lon Babby. “His natural leadership and communication skills will serve the Suns well. And, his prodigious work ethic and ability to identify talent will enable us to take full advantage of the 10 draft choices, including six in the first round, that we have over the next three years. We welcome his championship pedigree to our organization.”
H/T: CBS sports
