Knicks' Burks out at least 7-10 days

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 27: Alec Burks #18 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on December 27, 2020 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2020 NBAE
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New York Knicks guard Alec Burks is sporting a walking boot following further tests on his injured left ankle, the team announced Wednesday.

The club said the 29-year-old's status will be re-evaluated in 7-10 days.

Burks suffered the injury during a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Dec. 27, and he hasn't suited up for Tom Thibodeau's squad since.

The ailment is a setback for a player enjoying a promising start to the season. In three games with the surprising Knicks, Burks was averaging 20.7 points - double his career average - while shooting 53.1% from the field.

The 10-year NBA veteran inked a one-year, $6-million deal with the Knicks in November.

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