Egor Dëmin was the Nets’ first Rising Stars representative in seven years.
If he wants to take the next step in his development — and maybe even get back to All-Star weekend someday to play in the big game — Dëmin is going to have to keep getting better at getting into the paint.
There’s no question it’s the swing skill that can take him from a potential starter to a difference-maker. The question is: How?
Is it strength and size? Mentality? A better handle?