Warriors making Gui Santos realization that's been years in the making

With how well he's been playing, the Golden State Warriors should now view Gui Santos as a part of their short-term and long-term future now.

Feb 25, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (0) embraces with forward Gui Santos (15) during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn ImagesThe Golden State Warriors have been playing Gui Santos more and more this season, and he’s giving them good production. It took three years, but Santos has finally earned his place in Steve Kerr’s rotation. He’s the exact type of player the Warriors should want to invest in, and right now, they…