Dream Fit: Jazz, Raptors, Kings

Overall Grade: 57.94

Projected Position: PG

Strengths:

• Springy defender, able to flip his hips quickly

• Accurate passes when pressured, able to go off-platform to create passing lanes

• Good job getting hands in passing lanes

• Great pass velocity & accuracy

• Elite vision reading defensive rotation quickly

• Good extension on shot contest

• Good motion on 3pt shot & able to quickly position himself off the catch

• Good quick switch decisions

• Good recovery & closeout speed

• Does a good job corralling the ball

• Changes speed & direction quickly

• Uses change of speed well to create space

• Controlled handle & doesn't get phased when pressured

• Good pump fake

• Good handtime & midair adjustments on layups

• Quickly repositions himself on defense

• Soft touch

• Good show & recover on screens

• Solid physicality in the paint

• Good timing on blocked shots using his length

• Uses his length well to tip out balls in traffic

• Good length usage defensivly

• Solid rebounder

Weaknesses:

• Can get caught watching the ball of defense

• Not physical with players on the perimeter or when moving offball

• Turnover prone, tries to fit balls in tight window

• Navigates screens too quickly leaving him sucpetible to re-screens

• In general struggles to create space from the perimeter

• Can expose the ball too much when going for shot

• Inefficient 3pt shooter

• Solid double decisions, but doesn't pressure the ball handeler

• Forces left on drives

• Can try to do too much with his handle & loose the ball

• Inconsistent spacing as an offball player

• Struggles to properly secure the ball on midrange shots

• Drops too far in transition defense

• Needs to be more comfortable & confident in his midrange game to open up offensive options for himself

• Struggles with physical defenders

Last Ranking: 4

Trend: DOWN

Projected NBA rookie role: Playmaking hub from the Point Forward

Projected NBA position: Point Forward

Projected Rookie Statline (Pts, Reb, Ast, Blk/Stl): 9, 3, 6, 1 (Stl)

Strengths: On Ball playmaking, Credit his time overseas and now with NBA level coach Kevin Young for Elite feel for the game, Great touch in the paint and around the rim, Elite playmaking vision and IQ

Weakness: Despite high steal averages, he has slower feet on defense and tends to get blown by somewhat often, slimmer frame exaggerates his lack of interior strength, Innefficaint 3 Point shooting as season progressed.

Shades of/comp: Tyrese Haliburton, Josh Giddey

Best outcome: If his shotmaking translates and his length produces solid defensive production, he projects to being one of the top guards in the league and potentially the best player out of this class, which truly does say a lot.

mid outcome: Theres a realistic scenario where we see Demin struggle defensively at the next level, in this case though we still see the fruits of his offensive output.

worst outcome: Like Harper, I see Demin as one of the safer high-end prospects in this class. But if his shot isnt consistent at the next level, that could raise some problems.

Egor is a great player and has shown some real bright moments so far this college season, I really like his game and hope he continues to improve on it. Averaging 13 6 and 5 as a PG seems very similar to Kaspras who is a great talent in this draft. He's been efficient also averaging 49% from the field showing he's capable of doing anything if he gets the appropriate game time to help improve over the course of his career. Hope he becomes a great guard to fulfil everyone's dream of being an all-star

Rating: B

Current Ranking: 6

Scouting Report: Egor Demin

Position: Guard/Forward
Height/Weight: 6'9", 190 lbs
Team: BYU Cougars (Big 12 Conference)

Draft Projection: Late lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft

Overview:
Egor Demin is a versatile Russian prospect who has made a significant impact in college basketball with BYU. Known for his size, skill, and basketball IQ, Demin excels as a playmaker and scorer. His international experience and ability to adapt to different styles of play make him a unique and intriguing prospect.

Strengths:

• Playmaking Ability: Exceptional court vision and passing skills, allowing him to create opportunities for teammates.

• Scoring Versatility: Can score efficiently at all three levels—inside, mid-range, and beyond the arc.

• Basketball IQ: Reads the game well and makes smart decisions under pressure.

• Size and Length: At 6'9", he creates mismatches against smaller guards and forwards.

• International Experience: His time with Real Madrid and the Russian national team has prepared him for high-level competition.

Areas for Improvement:

• Consistency from Deep: Needs to improve his three-point shooting to become a more reliable offensive threat.

• Defense: While solid, refining his lateral quickness will help him guard quicker players effectively.

• Physicality: Adding strength will help him handle the physical demands of the NBA.

• Danilo Gallinari: For his scoring versatility and ability to stretch the floor.

• Hedo Türkoğlu: For his playmaking ability and basketball IQ as a forward.

• Kyle Anderson: For his size and methodical approach to the game.

Summary:
Egor Demin is a dynamic guard/forward with the potential to be a valuable contributor at the next level. His combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ positions him as a late lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. With continued development, he could become a key player in the NBA.

Pros:

Amazing passer and playmaker

Elite hand-eye coordination

Has potential as a 3-point shooter

Wowed me with his shooting and never-before-seen aggressiveness going downhill against Alabama

When he has a lane to the rack he hits it

Fairly athletic and will dunk it at rim

Good rebounder for someone of his build

Great shot creator who makes plays that are normally two passes ahead

Cons:

Only about 185 lbs, needs to bulk up

Not the tightest handle, esp. when pressured

Three-pointer is not great yet but showed flashes in NCAA's

Don't bet on him being a plus defender

Plays too upright

Sometimes hesitant going to rim, not aggressive enough

Not very athletic, just relies on size to get deflections and get up to rim

Comps: Josh Giddey, Kyle Anderson

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Weird prospect to predict. Vibes of a star (great passing and IQ) but could also end up as a connective piece. The shoot is coming and it's te swing factor for him. Still questions wether he's a guard or wing.

NBA comp : Kyle Anderson/Josh Giddey