Egor Demin's impressive Summer League wasn't just noticed by Nets fans—it earned league-wide recognition. After showcasing a more physical and aggressive game in Las Vegas, the second-year guard was named to the NBA All-Summer League Second Team.
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin was named to the 2026 NBA All-Summer League Second Team on Tuesday after a strong showing in Las Vegas.
Demin averaged 21.0 points, 4.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.3 steals across three games while leading Brooklyn's offense for much of Summer League. He was joined on the Second Team by Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward, Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach, Charlotte Hornets forward Liam McNeeley and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zyon Pullin.
The NBA's All-Summer League teams are voted on by all 30 organizations, making the selection another encouraging sign for Demin following an impressive offseason. While individual honors in July don't guarantee anything once the regular season begins, they do reflect the progress he made over the past several months.
While Summer League results should always be viewed in context, Demin looked noticeably different from the player Brooklyn saw during stretches of his rookie season. He played with far more confidence attacking the basket instead of settling for perimeter jumpers, and the added strength he built over the offseason was evident.
Demin reportedly added around 13 to 15 pounds of muscle this summer, and it showed. Rather than avoiding contact, he consistently welcomed it, using his 6-foot-8 frame to get into the paint and finish through defenders. His ability to create offense off the dribble was one of the biggest takeaways from his time in Las Vegas, giving the Nets another dimension they didn't consistently see from him as a rookie.
His improvement also drew attention outside of Brooklyn.
ESPN's Ben Golliver recently called Demin the top sophomore performer at Summer League, pointing to the second-year guard's increased aggressiveness and improved decision-making with the ball in his hands. The NBA's All-Summer League selection only reinforced that impression.
Although Demin shot 30 percent from three in Las Vegas, his overall offensive impact remained strong because he found other ways to score. He attacked closeouts, pushed the pace in transition and continued to showcase the passing ability that made him one of the most intriguing prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft. Even when his outside shot wasn't falling consistently, he still found ways to influence games by putting pressure on defenses and creating opportunities for teammates.
One of Brooklyn's biggest goals this summer was seeing whether Demin could build on his rookie season. He answered that question with one of the better individual performances in Las Vegas, showing growth in several areas that the organization wanted to see.
Summer League is only one step, but Demin couldn't have asked for a much better one. He heads into training camp coming off the best stretch of basketball he's played since entering the NBA, giving the Nets another reason to be optimistic about what he can bring in his second season. If this version of Demin carries over into the regular season, Brooklyn's young core could take another meaningful step forward.
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