Alec Burks is an American professional basketball player for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
He was selected 12th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2011 NBA draft. Burks played his 1st 7 seasons with the Jazz before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018.
He has also played for the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and New York Knicks over his 12-year NBA career.
You can follow Alec Burks’ net worth, contract, salary, earnings, endorsements, personal details, career details, wife, achievements, stats, and more here.
Alec Burks’s Net Worth Details
Alec Burks’s net worth is estimated to be $88 million as of 2025. His lucrative NBA contracts and endorsement deals have contributed significantly to his wealth. Alec Burks’ total career earnings to date are $88,186,972.
Net Worth Growth
The following table shows Alec Burks’ net worth growth over the years
| Year | Net Worth |
| 2020 | $10 million |
| 2021 | $15 million |
| 2022 | $18 million |
| 2023 | $22 million |
| 2024 | $88 million |
Contract and Salary
According to salarysport.com, Burks is currently in the second year of a 2-year, $20.5 million contract he signed with the Detroit Pistons in 2022.
His salary for the 2023-24 NBA season is $10,489,600.
Earnings Per Year
| Year | Total Wage |
| 2011-12 | $1,626,015 |
| 2012-13 | $2,111,160 |
| 2013-14 | $2,202,000 |
| 2014-15 | $3,034,356 |
| 2015-16 | $9,463,484 |
| 2016-17 | $10,154,495 |
| 2017-18 | $10,845,506 |
| 2018-19 | $4,331,000 |
| 2018-19 | $2,741,922 |
| 2018-19 | $4,463,593 |
| 2019-20 | $772,529 |
| 2019-20 | $1,402,512 |
| 2020-21 | $6,000,000 |
| 2021-22 | $9,536,000 |
| 2022-23 | $10,012,800 |
| 2023-24 | $10,489,600 |
Endorsements
Although Alec Burks doesn’t have any major endorsement deals currently, he has been associated with brands like Nike and Gatorade.
About Alec Burks
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Alec Burks |
| Nickname | AB |
| Birth Date | July 20, 1991 |
| NBA Draft | 12th overall, 2011 (Utah Jazz) |
| Position | Shooting Guard |
| Current Team | Detroit Pistons |
| Shirt Number | 20 |
| Debut Year | 2011 |
| Height | 6’6″ (1.98 m) |
| Weight | 195 lbs (88 kg) |
| Birthplace | Grandview, Missouri, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| School | Grandview High School |
| College | University of Colorado |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Current Net Worth | $88 million |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Elyse Burks |
| Wife’s Instagram Profile | @elyseburks |
College Career
Burks played two seasons (2009-2011) for the Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball team.
As a freshman in 2009-10, he was named the Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year and selected to the Big 12 All-Rookie Team. He averaged 22.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game.
In his sophomore season, 2010-11, Burks was named to the All-Big 12 First Team. He scored 26.1 points per game in Colorado, ranked 18th nationally.
For his career at Colorado, Burks averaged 24.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and shot 49.5% from the field in 68 games (67 starts).
Professional Career
Alec Burks was selected 12th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2011 NBA draft after playing two seasons at the University of Colorado.
Burks spent his first seven NBA seasons (2011-2018) with the Utah Jazz, appearing in 364 games and making 114 starts.
Some of his best seasons in Utah included averaging 14.0 points per game in 2013-14 and shooting 36.6% from three-point range in 2015-16.
After leaving the Jazz, Burks has played for several other teams – the Cleveland Cavaliers (2018-19), Sacramento Kings (2018-19), Golden State Warriors (2019-20 – won an NBA championship in 2022), Philadelphia 76ers (2019-20), New York Knicks (2020-2022), and Detroit Pistons (2022-2024).
His role has primarily been as a valuable scorer and three-point shooter off the bench.
His best overall season was 2019-20 when he averaged 15.0 points per game split between the Warriors and 76ers.
Burks was traded from the Pistons to the Knicks in February 2024 alongside Bojan Bogdanovic.
He has now played 12 NBA seasons and accumulated career averages of 10.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game over 742 games.
Wife
Alec Burks is married to Elyse Burks. Alec and Elyse met at a friend’s birthday party in Kansas City, Missouri, when Alec was too shy to approach Elyse initially.
They married in August 2019 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Miami, Florida, and have three children: Harper, August, and Ashtyn.
Career Stats
| Season | Team | GP | REB | AST | PTS |
| 2023-24* | NYK/DET | 59 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 11.1 |
| 2022-23 | DET | 58 | 3.6 | 2.8 | 13.9 |
| 2021-22 | NYK | 81 | 4.9 | 3.0 | 11.7 |
| 2020-21 | NYK | 49 | 4.6 | 2.2 | 12.7 |
| 2019-20 | GS/PHI | 63 | 4.7 | 3.1 | 15.0 |
| 2018-19 | UTA/CLE/SAC | 64 | 5.5 | 2.8 | 13.7 |
| 2017-18 | UTA | 64 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 7.7 |
| 2016-17 | UTA | 42 | 2.9 | 1.0 | 6.7 |
| 2015-16 | UTA | 78 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 9.7 |
| 2014-15 | UTA | 27 | 2.7 | 1.4 | 5.0 |
| 2013-14 | UTA | 78 | 3.3 | 2.7 | 14.0 |
| 2012-13 | UTA | 64 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 7.7 |
| 2011-12 | UTA | 59 | 2.2 | 0.9 | 7.0 |
| Career | 742 | 3.6 | 2.0 | 10.8 |
Achievements
- Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year (2010)
- Big 12 All-Rookie Team (2010)
- All-Big 12 First Team (2011)
- NBA Champion (2022, with Golden State Warriors)
FAQs
What is Alec Burks’ current team?
He currently plays for the Detroit Pistons.
How old is Alec Burks?
He is 32 years old (born on July 20, 1991).
Where is Alec Burks from?
He was born in Grandview, Missouri, USA.
What position does Alec Burks play?
He plays the shooting guard position.
When was Alec Burks drafted?
Burks was drafted 12th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2011 NBA draft.
How many teams has Alec Burks played for?
Alec Burks has played for the Utah Jazz, Cleveland Cavaliers, Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and Detroit Pistons.
Has Alec Burks won an NBA championship?
He won an NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2022.
What is Alec Burks’ career-high in points scored in a game?
Alec Burks’ career-high in points scored in a game is 34, which he achieved on January 13, 2014, against the Denver Nuggets while playing for the Utah Jazz.
Is Alec Burks married?
Yes, he is married to Elyse Burks.
What is Alec Burks’ shooting specialty?
Alec Burks is known for his proficient three-point shooting, with a career average of around 38% from beyond the arc.
