We already laid out what Mizzou might need at one of its wing positions and took a statistical look at how guard K.J. Santos might fit the blueprint. Next, we’ll review how he spent the past year staying in shape and how the Tigers could deploy him this season.
Now checking in at 6-foot-8 and 220 pounds, K.J. Santos, who is also 21 years old, has the length, strength and physical maturity to absorb contact and finish in traffic. Those traits help, but Santos still has a learning curve to ascend as far as understanding what to do once he gets moving toward the paint.