Yesterday, we learned Mark Pope was heading to Israel to meet with Marcio Santos, a Brazilian center playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Things seem to be moving quickly in this recruitment, so today, we’re keeping an eye on Santos to see if Kentucky can lock him down and bring him to Lexington.
The 23-year-old has extensive professional experience overseas, playing with Franca in Brazil from 2018-2024 before joining Ratiopharm Ulm in Germany and then Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israel.
Santos, who turns 24 in November,
is an undersized but agile center, standing at 6’8. He’s known for his passing ability, as well as being a solid outside shooter. He’s also known for having solid footwork and playing through contact to draw fouls. This past winter, he averaged 8.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, one assist, and 0.6 blocks during the 2025-26 Winner League Season with Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Santos could be a solid pickup for this Kentucky team if they can seal the deal.
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The situation is what it is at this point. Let’s see what happens from here.
Headlines
UK lands Jerone Morton in transfer portal – Herald Leader
Will definitely have some value as a backup guard and shooter.
Two in-state OL prospects among latest UK Football offers – Cats Pause
The Wildcats are looking to lock down two of the state’s top offensive linemen.
UK Football completes flip for 4-star safety – KSR
Big get for Will Stein and Co.
Will Stein and staff are creating energy in recruiting – Vaughts Views
You have to like what they’ve done on the recruiting trail so far.
Jalen Farmer among 100 best picks of NFL Draft – ESPN
Matt Miller likes Farmer’s fit with the Colts.
Warriors brass meets with Kerr, will reconvene next week – ESPN
This situation has the potential to have a significant domino effect.
Which NFL players are on the trade market? – Bleacher Report
Will Levis is worth keeping an eye on as well.
DeShaun Watson reportedly has edge to be QB1 in Cleveland – Yahoo
It’s a two-horse race between Watson and Shedeur Sanders.
Biggest questions about NBA’s new anti-tanking proposal – CBS Sports
Not really sure this helps things overall.
Silent Tactic out of KY Derby due to injury – NBC Sports
Silent Tactic opened at 13-1 odds to win the derby.
Don’t get worked up about NCAA Tournament expansion – SI
This writer makes the case that tournament expansion isn’t so bad after all.
Could Jamal Murray be shopped this summer? – Bleacher Report
That would be a bold move by the Nuggets.
