As the 2025 NBA Draft approaches, Egor Demin, the Russian point guard and projected lottery pick, has attracted significant attention. Known for his impressive skills on the court, Demin, 19, has also faced speculation about his personal life, particularly regarding relationships. Demin confirmed his decision to enter the draft, where he is expected to be a first-round pick, possibly even a lottery selection, on June 25.
Egor Demin Declares for the NBA Draft: A Look at His Journey and Personal Life
Demin has declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, where he is expected to be a first-round pick, possibly even a lottery selection. His decision was revealed at a press conference at BYU’s Marriott Center Annex on April 8, 2025, ending months of speculation about his future.
Demin’s impressive performance at BYU, where he averaged 10.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game. Alongside his 6’9″ frame and playmaking ability, he has drawn comparisons to NBA stars like Magic Johnson and Luka Dončić.
Demin’s personal life has also been a topic of interest. Speculation has circulated that he is in a relationship with Delaney Gibb, a freshman standout on the BYU women’s basketball team. Gibb, who earned Big 12 Freshman of the Year honors in 2025, averages 17.3 points per game.
Their relationship has been widely discussed on fan forums, including Cougarboard, where it was noted that Gibb is Demin’s girlfriend. Gibb’s attendance at Demin’s NBA Draft declaration press conference further fueled these rumors.
Reflecting on his time at BYU, Demin shared how the religious environment initially posed a challenge for him, being a foreigner and nonmember of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. However, he emphasized that his time at BYU strengthened his faith.
“I was coming here with faith, and I am leaving here with a bigger faith,” he said.
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Demin, committed to his decision, also made it clear that he would not use the pre-draft process as a means to defer his decision, a common practice among NBA prospects. He expressed his deep love for BYU, stating, “Cougar Nation is a huge part of who I am now,” and affirmed his intention to return to complete his degree while navigating his professional basketball career.
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