PLAYER BIO

Professional History

Born in Grandview, Mo. ... Son of Steve and Dina Burks ... His father, Steve, works in a factory in Kansas City and his mother, Dina, works in social security ... His father played collegiate basketball at the University of Washington ... Has an older brother, Steve ... Participated in NBA Fit Week in the Philippines in the summer of 2015 to help promote the importance of healthy living ... Attended Grandview High School in Grandview, Mo., ... Favorite food is pizza ... Started playing basketball in the sixth grade ... Enjoys playing pool ... Favorite movie is “House Party” ... Favorite musical artist is Jay-Z ... Follow him on twitter at @AlecBurks10.