X Factors! 6A and 5A Playoffs

From shooters, to defensive specialists to Swiss Army Knives, here's a look at players who will swing games for their teams during the high pressure moments of the playoffs.   Booker T Washington - [player_tooltip player_id='2403739' first='LJ' last='Scott'] - High energy defensive minded guard, who slots in as a havoc causer among Booker T elite group of guards. Was a pivotal part of their run to the silver ball last year and will look to have more momentum swinging plays this year.   Broken Arrow - [player_tooltip player_id='2786726' first='Nyjah' last='Noyes'] - The Tigers are blessed with depth and Noyes would likely start for most opposing teams. As is, Noyes does a little bit of everything for BA. Will knock down open threes, makes plays on defense and is a quality finisher at the rim. Don't be surprised to see him swing a game or two off the bench for a BA team capable of winning it all.   Choctaw - [player_tooltip player_id='2394629' first='Jayden' last='Pittman'] - Explosive finisher at the rim, with great bounce for his size. Also a pest on the defensive end, good luck to teams trying to bring it up on Choctaw when Pittman, Hopkins and Valentine are locked in for 94 feet of pressure.   Deer Creek - [player_tooltip player_id='1503677' first='Caison' last='Robinson'] - Not many teams have the luxury of having depth like Deer Creek does, which includes the 6'6 hybrid forward. Provides great help on the interior with his combination of height, wingspan and physical frame. While also stepping out and draining threes for floor spacing.   East Central - [player_tooltip player_id='2779909' first='Davion' last='Thomas'] - Loaded East Central appears to be peaking at the right time, and the tough minded, athletic Thomas could be crucial for them during a playoff run. Senior urgency is critical to putting teams over the top in March, and Thomas will provide that for the Braves.   Edmond Memorial - [player_tooltip player_id='2024091' first='Elijah' last='Brown']Edmond Memorial is never a tough out in the playoffs and a lot of that comes down to their stingy defense. Brown is a key part of that as an athletic and physical wing, who can easily cover guards. While also being a presence in the post . Is an strong and explosive leaper at the rim on offense as well.   John Marshall - [player_tooltip player_id='2387513' first='Antonio' last='Green'] The Bears have been resurgent this season with a strong junior core, which includes Green. He has experience from making a playoff run last year while at Putnam City West. Quality shooter from distance, and his passing ability should help set up his teammates for a John Marshall team that can shake up 5A West.   Lawton - [player_tooltip player_id='2723504' first='Champ' last='Brewer'] - The Wolverines are filled with athletes and size, but the shooting of the junior could be what puts them over the top. He already has experience with last second heroics in a win at Del City, and could provide similar magic this March.   Moore - [player_tooltip player_id='2391424' first='Chance' last='Rodgers'] - Guard play is critical come playoff time and Moore having a shooter like Rodgers in the lineup is a big part of why they're a strong factor in Class 6A. The senior is seemingly in range from the second he gets off the bus. While he's primarily a shooter, he's a smart passer and will join with Millers and Hankins to produce potential magic for Moore in March.   Norman - [player_tooltip player_id='2292195' first='Montrel' last='Combs-Pierce']Defense wins championships, and that's exactly what Combs-Pierce brings to the Tigers. He's an athletic, savvy and tough guard, who gets after it on the defensive end. Even when not scoring, the impact he leaves on the game is apparent to the keen observer.   Norman North - Jamrrion Hardeman - The future is now for a Norman North team that won their district over tough foes. A big reason for their late season surge was their sophomore core supplementing their seniors. Hardeman is a pure sniper that has hit big shots already this year, and will continue to do so during their playoff run.   Owasso - [player_tooltip player_id='1552381' first='Koen' last='Scott']The Rams have arguably the best starting five in the state, with the luxury of bringing an experienced defender off the bench. He's made plays since his freshman year and is a focused one on one defender. When Scott checks in, expect steals and missed shots for the opposition.   Putnam City North - [player_tooltip player_id='2509295' first='Keaton' last='Murry'] - A deep PCN team has a long list of guards who can swing games behind their senior stars, but the freshman could be ready for a star making turn this March. Smooth for his age and capable of hitting big time shots, Murry is a must watch in case the future is now for the Panthers.   Southmoore - [player_tooltip player_id='2327674' first='Gabe' last='Willingham']Has recently stepped into the starting line up for an offensive minded Sabercats squad. Physical defender and rebounder, who is also capable of covering and chasing around guards. Southmoore can score with the best of them, but the sophomore could be crucial in helping them find stops to make State for the first time since 2020.   Sand Springs - [player_tooltip player_id='1295746' first='Kooper' last='Kelly'] - The senior sharpshooter rounds out an experience and focused core for the Sandites. Already has some heroics to his name with critical shooting from deep (five three pointers) in a pivotal district win over Edmond North. Few teams are hotter than the Sandites right now and Kelly is a big part of their recent run.   Tulsa Memorial - [player_tooltip player_id='2246921' first='Jaden' last='Johnson'] - Tulsa Memorial has a deep cast of contributors to swing games, but the versatile 6'6 wing could be crucial in putting them over the top of a tough Class 5A field. Has the ability to change games on the defensive end and if he's consistent as a scorer the Chargers could be adding to their extensive trophy case.

From shooters, to defensive specialists to Swiss Army Knives, here's a look at players who will swing games for their teams during the high pressure moments of the playoffs.