Egor Dëmin has played the 11th-most minutes of any rookie in the NBA this season and fellow Nets rookie Drake Powell is 16th on that list.

When Ben Saraf is healthy, he’s averaged 13.9 minutes per game, 27th in the league.

As the Nets navigate what will certainly be another lost season, at least when it comes to competing for a playoff spot, it’s up to head coach Jordi Fernández to determine how best to keep the team somewhat competitive — as they’ve been in their past four games — while also giving the first-year players enough time on the court to help them develop for the future.

And it’s also up to standout veterans like Michael Porter Jr. to make sure the Nets don’t get totally embarrassed.

Ben Saraf #77 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against the Atlanta Hawks. NBAE via G

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