5 Western PA Players Primed to Average 20+ Points This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I'm highlighting five big-time scorers. They are offensive threats from anywhere on the court and are often seemingly impossible to defend. Don't be surprised to see these guys at the top of the scoring leader boards next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1403743"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e[player_tooltip player_id='1403743' first='Braylon' last='Littlejohn'] is a standout player poised to make a significant impact for Butler this season. Combining his scoring instincts and athleticism, he's a big-time scorer. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eBraylon is one of the best athletes in the WPIAL. Heu003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e possesses fantastic speed, coupled with his excellent jumping ability. He is capable of rising above defenders and finishing at the rim with power or finesse. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eBraylon's mid-range game is one of his many strong suits. He consistently knocks down shots in this range, but he also has the ability to stretch the floor and fire beyond the 3-point line, giving him the versatility to score from anywhere on the court.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eMoreover, Littlejohn's impressive ball-handling skills make it difficult for defenders to keep up with him. He has mastered the step back move to create space for his shots. Furthermore, he has a penchant for an in-and-out crossover, making him unpredictable and challenging to guard.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eIn spite of being a right-handed player, Littlejohn shows an uncanny ability to attack the rim with his left hand. He is a born scorer, always seeking opportunities to put points on the board for his team.u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1187896"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e[player_tooltip player_id='1187896' first='Evan' last='Berger'] stands out as one of the top players in the WPIAL. He is a versatile player who can score both inside and out. He is a sharp shooting threat beyond the arc, and his excellent ball-handling skills and agility allow finish at the rim with ease. His go-to spin move is difficult to defend.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eBerger's ability to read the defense and react enables him to capitalize on scoring opportunities. He averaged an impressive 23 points per game as a Junior, and it's clear that he has the potential to maintain, and most likely surpass, this average in the coming season.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eEvan's athleticism is another reason he is a top scorer. His quickness, strength, and incredible leaping ability allow him to dominate one-on-one situations. 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His ability to score at all three levels — at the rim, from mid-range, and beyond the arc — makes him challenging to defend. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHis offensive game also benefits from his strong ball-handling skills, including his ability to drive and finish with either hand. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["1187923"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e[player_tooltip player_id='1187923' first='Major' last='Rainey'], last season's City League Player of the Year, has showcased a level of dominance that positions him to average 20+ points in the upcoming season. His combination of physicality, explosive athleticism, and scoring ability help him excel on the court. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHe is a high-flying player with outstanding dunking abilities, often literally soaring over defenders to finish at the rim. His ability to finish well through contact makes him a constant scoring threat, especially during fast breaks and physical inside play.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHis athleticism extends beyond his leaping ability. Rainey possesses an explosive first step, enabling him to blow by defenders. This explosive quickness, combined with his physical strength, gives him a distinct advantage, especially in one-on-one situations.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eIn addition to his inside game, Rainey has developed a reliable mid-range jump shot. 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