Egor Demin: Nets Rookie Shooting Star

0:00Here's more NBA news for March 4th. Brooklyn that's rookie Igor Demen just turned 20 years old on Tuesday. The Russian Guard was picked 8th overall in the 2025 NBA draft to anchor the team's strong incoming class. What stands out most is his hot hand from 3-point range, turning heads as a 19-year-old before hitting this milestone birthday. Through 52 career games, Demen has drained 3s at a sharp 38.5% clip on over 6 attempts per game. He reached 100-made 3s in just 41 games, the second fastest pace for any rookie ever. He also owns the all-time rookie mark for consecutive games with a 3, stretching to 34 straight. Fans and analysts are buzzing about his impact on the nets. He's etched his name and franchise history as the top scoring rookie from deep in a single game with 7 makes, and he's hit at least 5-3s in. 8 games, another team rookie record. Recently, he earned a spot as a 2026 rising star.

1:01One standout night came on January 30th in a win over the Utah Jazz. Demen became the first net's rookie to post 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5-3s all in one game. Beyond shooting, he's dishing 3.3 assists per game, ranking 9th among rookies. At 6-8, Demen thrives as an off-ball creator with room to grow inside. He entered the league as a top playmaker, but is blossomed into an elite shooter, hinting at his potential to evolve into a complete star as the season rolls on. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. A pillow that plays your podcasts, music, or white noise privately, no earbuds required.