Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Alec Burks

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Alec Burks made an impact.

Alec Burks is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Miami Heat in the NBA. He plays shooting guard and was drafted 12th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2011 NBA draft. He has played for multiple teams throughout his NBA career.

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November 2008: Signed with Colorado

In November 2008, Alec Burks signed with Colorado during the signing period prior to his senior year of high school.

April 2011: NBA Draft Decision

In April 2011, Alec Burks decided to forgo his two remaining years of college eligibility to enter the NBA draft.

December 9, 2011: Signed with the Utah Jazz

On December 9, 2011, Alec Burks signed his rookie scale contract with the Utah Jazz.

2011: NBA Draft Entry

In 2011, Alec Burks entered the NBA draft after his sophomore year, projected as a first-round pick.

2011: Drafted by Utah Jazz

In 2011, Alec Burks was selected as the 12th overall pick in the NBA draft by the Utah Jazz.

October 25, 2012: Jazz Exercised Third-Year Option

On October 25, 2012, the Utah Jazz exercised their third-year team option on Alec Burks' rookie scale contract, extending the contract through the 2013–14 season.

October 29, 2013: Jazz Exercised Fourth-Year Option

On October 29, 2013, the Utah Jazz exercised their fourth-year team option on Alec Burks' rookie scale contract, extending the contract through the 2014–15 season.

January 13, 2014: Career-High Scoring Game

On January 13, 2014, Alec Burks scored a career-high 34 points in a 118–103 win over the Denver Nuggets.

February 2014: Previous High Scoring Streak

In February 2014, Alec Burks had a three-game streak of scoring 20 or more points.

October 31, 2014: Contract Extension with the Jazz

On October 31, 2014, Alec Burks signed a four-year, $42 million contract extension with the Utah Jazz.

January 9, 2017: D-League Assignment

On January 9, 2017, Alec Burks spent a day with the Utah's D-League affiliate, the Salt Lake City Stars.

January 21, 2017: Season-High Game

On January 21, 2017, Alec Burks scored a season-high 13 points in a win over the Indiana Pacers.

November 30, 2017: Season-High Points

On November 30, 2017, Alec Burks scored a season-high 28 points off the bench in a win against the Los Angeles Clippers.

December 4, 2017: Continued High Scoring Streak

On December 4, 2017, Alec Burks scored 27 points, marking his third straight game with 20 or more points, his best streak since February 2014.

November 5, 2018: Season-High Points

On November 5, 2018, Alec Burks scored a season-high 22 points, alongside three assists, in a loss to the Toronto Raptors.

November 29, 2018: Trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers

On November 29, 2018, Alec Burks was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers with two future second-round picks for Kyle Korver.

January 13, 2019: Season-High Rebounds

On January 13, 2019, Alec Burks had 17 points and a season-high 13 rebounds in a 101–95 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 7, 2019: Trade to the Sacramento Kings

On February 7, 2019, Alec Burks was traded to the Sacramento Kings in a three-team trade involving the Houston Rockets.

July 11, 2019: Signed with the Golden State Warriors

On July 11, 2019, Alec Burks signed with the Golden State Warriors.

January 20, 2020: Season-High Points with the Warriors

On January 20, 2020, Alec Burks scored a season-high 33 points, alongside seven rebounds, eight assists, and three blocks, in an overtime loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.