Nets Shut Down Rookie Egor Dëmin for Season Due to Foot Injury

The Brooklyn Nets have officially shut down rookie Egor Dëmin for the remainder of the season due to persistent plantar fasciitis in his left foot. Medical experts suggest the team made the right decision to avoid chronic issues for the 20-year-old, who had been struggling with performance and recurrence. Dëmin, who averaged 10.3 points and 3.3 assists, is expected to undergo a nonsurgical procedure to address the injury before returning to action.