NBA Draft: Best and Worst-Case Scenario for BYU’s Egor Demin
Egor Demin’s draft stock could either rise dramatically or fall significantly.
BYU basketball isn’t known for one-and-done players, but the program’s recent influx of talented recruits and overall transformation signals more young players will soon make the jump to the pros.
As always, when a talented player with lottery potential passes through Kevin Young’s program, attention quickly turns to where he’ll be drafted. All eyes will be on Egor Demin, a 6’9″ point guard from Russia, known for his playmaking ability and potential to become something special.
Despite his exceptional vision and passing skills, Demin’s inconsistent scoring ability has raised concerns among analysts and talent evaluators, leaving many uncertain about how his weaknesses will affect his transition to the NBA’s top teams.
This makes predicting his draft position an exciting challenge.
This article isn’t about where Demin would be the best fit or how his game might adjust to the NBA. Instead, it focuses purely on one question: Where will he land in the draft? Could he climb up to a top pick or drop significantly? Let’s explore the possibilities.
Best and Worst-Case Scenarios: Egor Demin’s NBA Draft
We’ve reviewed draft projections to see where Demin might fall, from the highest to the lowest, considering what has transpired over the season.
SLC Dunk – 13 – “One of the most talented passers we’ve seen at his age, though his scoring struggles have turned many away…”
The Ringer – 14 – “He has a unique ability to create passing lanes with his vision and size, making him a strong playmaker despite shooting issues…”
Yahoo – 17 – “At his size, Demin is capable of making incredible passes, but his struggles with shooting and scoring create concerns…”
Bleacher Report – 18 – “His passing ability is a big draw, but his shooting and turnovers could make it difficult for playoff teams to trust him next year.”
NBA.com – 19 – “Teams will value his playmaking and passing, but if his shooting improves, he could go higher than expected…”
USA Today – 21 – “His shooting struggles raise concerns, but his size and playmaking ability keep him intriguing.”
Demin’s draft stock is starting to settle, with both supporters and critics agreeing on a likely range. Could he sneak into the tail end of the lottery, or is he destined to fall past the 20th pick?
