Over the summer, the Dubs added depth to the backcourt by signing veteran Alec Burks. The guard brings eight years of NBA experience, including two trips to the playoffs, to the Dubs’ youthful roster.
Burks has averaged 9.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists thus far in his career. He spent last season playing with three teams after being dealt in two mid-season trades, but reminded fans what he brings to the table while with the Cleveland Cavaliers where he posted 11.6 points and 5.5 rebounds in 28.8 minutes across 34 games (24 starts).
While weighing options during free agency this summer, it was the Dubs’ head coach who lured the veteran to the Dubs: “I talked to Steve Kerr, he sold me on it,” said Burks when he met with media on July 12.