High School
Burrell was nominated as a McDonald's All-American as a senior... cited as a second team all-district performer in his final campaign... led the Greater Houston area in steals that season... posted a school record of 11 steals in one game... was part of a Wildcats' program that competed in the Texas State Semifinals... was a member of a team that captured the District 22-4A and regional championships in his final season... was part of a team that ranked first in the State of Texas in scoring, averaging over 90 points per game... won the Brazewood Tournament Championship...named the Fiesta Student of the Week... earned the Most Outstanding Senior award... graduated fourth in his class... earned a pair of letters during his prep career... was a member of the Houston Prep-Stars that won the Fonde Shootout and finished as runner-ups in the Reebok Shootout.

From the Charity Stripe
Burrell is the son of David Burrell and Shelia Rose... has one brother, Shaquille... was born on Oct. 8, 1987... is majoring in business management... chose UTPA over University of Oklahoma.