Colorado getting on Burks earlier than anyone else is a myth, I guess it's a feel good story about Bzdelik's superior eye for spotting talent where others don't see it, but all the evidence available from that timeframe disproves it.
From Scout, April 2008(How bout that Jeff Reid pic):
Alec Burks SG, Spiece Mo-Kan Elite – Much like Ratliffe was for Boo Williams, Burks was the go-to offensively, especially late in the game. The 6-foot-4 guard played at a high level on Sunday and showed off a deep, pure stroke from three, as he hit jumpers off the catch, dribble and curl.
Up to this point he’s only received mid-level interest but that could change if he continues to play like he did against Boo Williams.
http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/750732.htmlFrom GPC, June 2008:
While Burks is still waiting for his first scholarship offer, several schools in addition to K-State have show interest in the Mo-Kan Spiece guard.
"I've been hearing from Wichita State, Santa Clara, Missouri State and Wisconsin-Green Bay. And K-State, now. Before this weekend, I really hadn't heard that much from them. There are some other schools that have called my coaches about me, too.
http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=815937
