Alec Burks (shoulder) practiced Sunday and could play Monday against the Kings, Tony Jones of the Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Burks (shoulder) practiced Sunday and could play Monday against the Kings, Tony Jones of the Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Analysis:

Burks has missed the last two games with a shoulder injury, but he's progressing more quickly than expected and could be available Monday. If the team opts to hold him out, his next chance to return will come at home Tuesday versus San Antonio. Whenever he does re-enter the lineup, rookie Rodney Hood's minutes should regress.