Overview
- The Warriors announced a multiyear deal for the 23-year-old wing, and ESPN’s Shams Charania reported it at three years and $15 million with a 2028–29 player option.
- Over his past 12 games, Santos averaged 15.0 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 28.8 minutes, shooting 58.8% from the field and 43.1% from three while logging starter minutes.
- Santos had been set for restricted free agency this summer; signing now takes him off that market, with ESPN’s Bobby Marks noting he was among 28 players eligible to extend before June 30.
- At roughly $5 million annually, multiple outlets characterize the deal as team-friendly as Golden State manages broader cap pressures and pending player options elsewhere on the roster.
- Head coach Steve Kerr praised Santos’ growth into a versatile creator and defender, reflecting a rise from the No. 55 pick in 2022 and development time with Santa Cruz to a trusted rotation role.