Nets' Egor Demin Voted Biggest Reach in 2025 NBA Draft Survey

Brooklyn Nets' selection of Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick in the 2025 NBA draft has been widely debated, with a survey of 20 NBA executives and scouts voting him the biggest reach of the draft. Despite the skepticism, Demin showcased impressive offensive versatility and shooting ability during the NBA2K26 Summer League, where he averaged over 11 points and shot 43.5% from three-point range, earning praise from Nets coaches who believe in his potential as a lead guard. Standing 6-foot-9, Demin's unique size and playmaking skills position him as a potential primary ball-handler and focal point for the Nets, especially given the team's roster changes and available minutes. While some executives thought he could have been selected later, the Nets have committed to developing him as a versatile offensive weapon alongside talents like Michael Porter Jr. Demin’s ability to shoot and facilitate offense could make him a sleeper candidate for the 2026 Rookie of the Year award, as Brooklyn looks to build around his skill set. Overall, the Nets appear optimistic that Demin’s summer league performance signals a promising start to his NBA career, despite initial doubts about his draft selection.