Egor Demin doing what he can to shore up his key Nets weakness — and it’s already showing
Egor Demin is working to improve his key weakness with the Nets, and it is already showing positive results. Demin's growth has been noticeable, particularly in his increased aggression and physical play. This development is considered the most consequential out of the summer league for the Nets.
- ▪Egor Demin is focusing on driving to the rim and being more aggressive on the court.
- ▪Mikel Brown Jr. has noticed Demin's growth and believes it is a significant development for the Nets.
- ▪Demin's adaptation to a more physical style of play is a key aspect of his improvement.
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exclusive Egor Demin doing what he can to shore up his key Nets weakness — and it’s already showing By Brian Lewis Published July 8, 2026, 9:48 p.m. ET Egor Dëmin drives to the basket during the Nets' Summer League win over the Warriors on July 6, 2026. NBAE via Getty Images LAS VEGAS — Whatever happens for the Nets in summer league, good or bad, likely none of it will matter more than this: Egor Dëmin is going to the rim. Hard. See Also Brooklyn Nets Mikel Brown already showing Nets he’s more than just ‘electric’ offense It is without a doubt the most consequential development out of the summer. “Yeah, absolutely,” Mikel Brown Jr. told The Post of Dëmin’s growth. “You see the growth from him being more aggressive, playing more physical. He got adapted to that style of the ball.
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