Arthur Leon Burns (born July 19, 1954) is an American retired discus thrower. He finished in fifth place (64.98 metres) at the 1984 Summer Olympics, just behind his medal winning compatriots Mac Wilkins (silver) and John Powell (bronze).
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | World Championships | Helsinki, Finland | 8th | 63.22 m |
| 1984 | Olympic Games | Los Angeles, United States | 5th | 64.98 m |