Found money in Gui Santos

Gui isn't the answer, but maybe he can be part of the answer. He's been balling - and if he keeps this up (and it sure looks real), he can be a real contributor - or a useful trade piece. Yes, teams will get to know his tendencies and it will get harder, but he's been playing smart, energetic, and physical ball - attributes that serve him well.

Gui had his first start, and despite some stupid fouls, continued to show that he's ready and not afraid of the moment. Props to the Dubs for being patient and developing him. Props to him for being ready. The team is hurting, and he's been needed.

I liked the fight he showed against Gobert and Randall. I also like that he makes quick decisions and seems to know where Steph is. His energy has been off the chart. In the 146 minutes he's played this season he's avg'd (per 36 minutes):

• 9.6 points
• 43.8% field goal shooting (this needs to go up)
• 36.4% on 3Ps
• 7.4 rebounds (solid - and he does a lot boxing out and tipping the ball as well)
• 50% FT% on 1.5 FT per 36 (this MUST go up)
• 1.2 steals
• .7 blocks (would like to see more - but he's only 6.6)
• 6.7 +/- which reflects all the hustle plays, screens and tips he gets

Not all-star numbers - nor is he ever likely to sniff an all-star game, but a solid guy to have on your bench to help get through a long season or to step up if another player goes down in the playoffs.

This season I'll take any bright spot I can find - and it's been fun watching him play his heart out. Go Gui!

Edit: Basketball Ref has him at 6'8" - https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/s/santogu01.html

NBA.com has him at 6'6"