Santos-Silva to transfer from VCU

Forward Marcus Santos-Silva announced via social media that he will transfer from VCU, where he has played three seasons. He led the Rams (18-13) last season with averages of 12.8 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game, and he shot 56.9% from the field.

The Rams added Brendan Medley-Bacon, a 7-footer who is transferring to VCU from Coppin State. He led the Eagles with 8.9 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game as a sophomore, averaging 7.5 points and 31 minutes. He’ll have to sit out the 2020-21 season, though.

Purdue said the father of freshman men’s basketball player Brandon Newman has died of complications from COVID-19. Chicago police say 59-year-old Officer Ronald Newman died early Friday. He was a decorated officer, with 137 awards in his 19 years on the force.

Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari’s foundation helping charities provide pandemic relief has received a $1 million donation from CustMbite, which makes dental products easier and affordable.