Alec Burks available

[hornetstime247]

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Sam Amico ‏@SamAmicoFSO

Word around NBA is Jazz G Alec Burks is available. Burks, the 12th overall draft pick in 2011, has played in just 5 of Jazz's 10 games.

Lottery pick 2 years ago, I liked him coming out of college. Any need for him? What would you guys be willing to give up?

[AD23forMVP]

We already have Alec Burks on this team, he just goes by the name Austin Rivers.

[Eman5805]

Liked Burks coming out. I'd spend a 2nd rounder on 'em.

[1501 Girod St.]

I like him, although I might be bias because we went to the same college. He's never really gotten a shot with Utah, played minimal minutes last year and still put up decent stats in terms of Fg% and 3pt %. I think he could be helpful for the hornets, still has much room for improvement. I'm not sure what they would ask for him, most likely draft picks I would assume. I don't feel like we'd really want to give up anyone besides henry, thomas, or carroll and I doubt they'd be very interested in any of them.

[nolaslim213]

He is J.R. Smith-lite, but he has a brain. I'd take him, and play him at SF for us.

[MichaelMcNamara]

I love Burks- unfortunately we don't have any assets to give up. We dont own our 2nd rounder this year. Maybe Henry and some cash to help them buy out Raja Bell?

[Mr. West]

Idk man, if we trade for a wing it'd be nice if they were an established scorer rather than another young guy looking for minutes. But if we got him (for a decent deal) I wouldn't be opposed.

[hornetstime247]

1st rounder (lottery protected next 3 years) + Henry??

Dominique Jones is also looking alright for Dallas right now, he could probably be had for cheap.

We need to add speed and athleticism at the wing position!

[Eman5805]

His one flaw coming out was his jumper wasn't there. Could do everything else. And was an excellent ball handler. Austin Rivers isn't a bad comparison, though he was more apt to take a mid-range jumper. I'd gladly unload Henry or Mason for him.

[Mr. West]

I wonder what Utah would even want for him? They seem pretty well set at every position. Picks I guess.

[nolaslim213]

His one flaw coming out was his jumper wasn't there. Could do everything else. And was an excellent ball handler. Austin Rivers isn't a bad comparison, though he was more apt to take a mid-range jumper. I'd gladly unload Henry or Mason for him.

Burks shot 64% from 3 during summer league this year (0.9-1.4). I think he has been working hard on his 3-point shot.

[geauxbama]

Henry for Burks straight up

[geauxbama]

Roll Tide

[Snarly]

Henry for Burks straight up

They're basically the same player.

[geauxbama]

They're basically the same player.

Give him a shot. Henry had last season and the summer to prove himself worthy of getting minutes. Burks isn't getting minutes. Let Monty work his magic.

[PelsFan2313]

They're basically the same player.

False.

[GeauxPelicans]

I loved his game in College, but he hasn't shown much in Utah. I'd be willing to part with a young vet, but not anything very significant.

[nolaslim213]

False.

Agreed... They basically have nothing in common.

[Snarly]

Inefficient slashers who can't shoot and does most of their damage at the FT line. Sounds familiar to me.

[GeauxSaints53]

I like him, although I might be bias because we went to the same college. He's never really gotten a shot with Utah, played minimal minutes last year and still put up decent stats in terms of Fg% and 3pt %. I think he could be helpful for the hornets, still has much room for improvement. I'm not sure what they would ask for him, most likely draft picks I would assume. I don't feel like we'd really want to give up anyone besides henry, thomas, or carroll and I doubt they'd be very interested in any of them.

You went to CU, too? I watched him play a bit a couple years ago (sophomore year for me) and I was bummed he went in the draft. The only reason he went was because the rest of the class was weak so he was gonna go high. I think could have used another year to develop. Not to mention, Colorado managed to get to the tourney the next year. I wonder how well they would have done with him too.

[1501 Girod St.]

You went to CU, too? I watched him play a bit a couple years ago (sophomore year for me) and I was bummed he went in the draft. The only reason he went was because the rest of the class was weak so he was gonna go high. I think could have used another year to develop. Not to mention, Colorado managed to get to the tourney the next year. I wonder how well they would have done with him too.

Yep, I was a junior when he left. I was a little disappointed, but you're about the reason, too weak of a draft class for him to pass up the opportunity. We would have been a force last year with him, but his absence opened the door for Dinwiddie. I'll always like Burks simply for helping build CU basketball.

[da ThRONe]

I'm pro Burks. If we can put together a package to trade I would think it would help us.

[GREEK HORNET]

Here's your package: Burks and Big Al to NO, Jason Smith and Granger to Utah, Gordon to Indiana.

[hornetstime247]

Here's your package: Burks and Big Al to NO, Jason Smith and Granger to Utah, Gordon to Indiana.

I would not do that. Not a fan of Al Jefferson. We would be giving up way to much.

[Eman5805]

Throw in the Bucks. Send Jefferson there. We also get Jennings. Problem solved!


...not really.