Gui Santos

Guilherme Carvalho dos Santos, born on 22nd June 2002, has made a name for himself as a successful Brazilian professional basketball player. At a young age, Santos already boasts an impressive career that includes playing for USA’s top-tier basketball circle; National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Golden State Warriors.

Even before joining the NBA, Santos was a recognized figure in Brazil’s basketball scene. He marked his entry into the professional sports arena playing for Minas in the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) during the 2018-19 season. The ambitious young Santos didn’t take much time to set his footing firmly in the field. By the next two seasons, he had risen to secure a position in the starting lineup, proving his worth and potential as a professional player.

The year 2021 was significant in Santos’ career. In April, he was honored by being selected for the Nike Hoop Summit’s World Team. Within the same month, Santos took a significant step forward by declaring his eligibility for the 2021 NBA draft.

Later in the year, on September 3rd, Santos excelled in a performance for Minas’ U20 team. He scored a sparkling career-high 34 points, leading the team to a significant 72-77 away win over Flamengo’s U20 team. This achievement served as a note of his progressing capabilities.

Building on his growing successes, Santos continued to improve his performance during the 2021-22 NBB season. His exceptional gameplay earned him the title of ‘NBB Sixth Man of the Year’, a clear testament to his basketball talents. During that season, Santos averaged 10.1 points and 5.1 rebounds, demonstrating his consistency as well as his skill in the game.

The crowning moment came in 2022 when Santos was selected by the Golden State Warriors, one of the most prestigious NBA teams, as the 55th overall pick in the NBA draft. He joined the Warriors for the NBA Summer League, aligning himself with players of international repute. Furthermore, he joined the Santa Cruz Warriors, the NBA G-League affiliate of the Golden State Warriors.

Reflecting the promising future of his NBA career, Santos was named in the G-League’s inaugural Next Up Game for the 2022-23 season. On November 7, 2023, Santos secured a three-year contract with the Golden State Warriors. This move marked his steps on a path towards becoming one of Brazil’s most notable basketball exports to the NBA.

Aside from his burgeoning club career, Santos has also significantly contributed to the success of the Brazil national team. He was instrumental in Brazil’s victorious run to secure a gold medal in the 2019 FIBA South America Under-17 Championship held in Chile. The young athlete made a significant contribution in the final match where he scored 27 points against Argentina. He had his debut with the senior national team during the 2022 FIBA AmeriCup qualification, showcasing his talents on an international level.

Basketball seems to run in Santos’ blood. His father, Deivisson, is a retired professional basketball player who spent five seasons in the NBB. His mother, Lucineide, too, was engaged in the sport, undoubtedly influencing Guilherme’s passion and talent for basketball.

Guilherme Carvalho dos Santos’ biography traces the inspiring journey of a talented young athlete breaking records and crossing boundaries in the world of basketball, both nationally and globally. His success story illustrates the rise of a new generation of players from Brazil, impacting the international basketball canvas.