Alec Burks: (Ankle) Nearing A Return

Burks (ankle) is able to run and won't likely be out for much longer according to coach Ty Corbin, the Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Analysis:

Burks has missed the Jazz's previous two games, which were the first games that he's missed all season. The 22-year-old will likely have a large role in the team's future makeup, so taking extra precaution during a season that is all but over makes logical sense. Utah's next game is Wednesday against the Grizzlies and Burks should be a game-time decision.