Rookie Egor Dëmin Pursues NBA History-Making Legacy
Rookie guard Egor Dëmin is making waves in the NBA with his impressive shooting skills and record-tying performances. Currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets, the former BYU standout has emerged as one of the league’s top 3-point shooters. Thus far, he boasts a remarkable shooting percentage of 39.7% from beyond the arc, ranking among the top 50 players for 3-point makes per game at 2.5.
Egor Dëmin’s Record-Breaking Streak
Dëmin has created buzz with his remarkable consistency. He has successfully made at least one three-pointer in 33 consecutive games, tying with Rudy Fernandez and Landry Shamet for the longest streak by an NBA rookie. A successful 3-pointer in an upcoming game against the Denver Nuggets would grant him sole possession of this historic record.
Impressive Monthly Performance
During January, the Moscow, Russia native has excelled, hitting multiple three-pointers in 11 of 12 games. On three separate occasions, he sank five shots from deep, finishing the month shooting 46.8% from beyond the arc. This performance contributes to his current season total of 98 made 3-pointers, marking the second-most for a player’s first 40 games in NBA history, just behind Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel.
From College to Professional Stardom
Intriguingly, Dëmin’s success with the Nets is particularly impressive given his earlier college performance at BYU, where he struggled significantly with shooting. Despite starting strong with 13 out of 23 3-pointers, he hit only five of his next 43 attempts. He concluded the season with a shooting percentage of just 27.3% from three-point range.
An Original Talent
“I feel very confident in that aspect of the game now,” Dëmin expressed when discussing his shooting improvement. “That makes me happy.” He is also set to participate in the NBA Rising Stars event during the upcoming All-Star festivities, making him the first BYU player to join All-Star Weekend since Shawn Bradley participated in 1994.
Current Season Overview
The eighth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Dëmin is currently averaging 10.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.4 assists over 40 games. He is becoming a vital part of the Brooklyn Nets’ rebuilding efforts. In his only season at BYU, he averaged 10.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 5.5 assists, earning All-Big 12 Honorable Mention honors and leading the team to its first Sweet 16 appearance since 2011.
- Player: Egor Dëmin
- Team: Brooklyn Nets
- 2025 Draft Position: 8th overall
- 3-Point Shooting Percentage: 39.7%
- Consecutive Games with 3-Pointers: 33
- Games This Season: 40
- Average Points: 10.4
Dëmin’s journey showcases his growth and determination, and fans are eager to see what lies ahead for this promising rookie as he prepares to face the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Friday night.
