Nets rookie Egor Demin finishes season with strong contributions

Brooklyn Nets rookie guard Egor Demin completed the 2025-26 season after averaging 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game across 52 appearances, with 45 starts. His season was cut short due to plantar fasciitis in early March as the team was out of playoff contention. Demin, selected No. 8 in the 2025 NBA Draft, transitioned from a primary ball-handler to a more off-ball role as fellow rookie Nolan Traore emerged. He demonstrated solid perimeter shooting, making 124 three-pointers, fourth among rookies, with a shooting percentage of 38.5% from deep. His performance garnered a grade of B, highlighting his growth potential for the next season.

• 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Nets 2025-26 NBA season player grades: Egor Demin