For the first time in 14 years, BYU had a player hear their name called in the NBA Draft. Egor Demin, the versatile 6-foot-8 guard who impressed during his lone season in Provo, was selected No. 8 overall by the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.

As the No. 8 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, how should Egor Demin be viewed? What sort of expectations should be had for the Russian teen? The placement of his selection, in theory, suggests he could be considered a future star for the Brooklyn Nets.

Egor Demin's NBA Draft Moment Goes Viral With Upset Nets Fan originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Egor Demin might be unknown to many in Brooklyn, but he's about to make a name for himself in the NBA. The former BYU standout was drafted No. 8 overall by the Nets, becoming the first Cougar taken in the NBA Draft since 2011.