Nets' Jordi Fernandez explains playing Egor Demin with Mikel Brown Jr.
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez explains his thought process being playing Egor Demin and rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr. at the same time.
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez faces the challenge of winning as many games as possible during his third season leading the team. The organization's offseason move to acquire former Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle suggests a focus on winning more games. However, Fernandez must also consider the younger players on the roster, Mikel Brown Jr. and Egor Demin.
After a 125-121 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, the Nets showcased resilience by overcoming a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter. This marked the first time Demin and rookie Brown played together this season, sharing the floor for a total of four minutes in the first two games. Fernandez acknowledged that while he would like to play Demin and Brown together, he must prioritize the team's overall performance.
Despite the brief time Demin and Brown spent on the court, their chemistry on Saturday provided a promising glimpse into their potential synergy.
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