4A/3A City League X-Factors Shaping The Standings

These are the names you need to know and the players making the plays that will ultimately shape how the 4A/3A City League unfolds the rest of the season. From momentum shifting moments to consistent production night after night, this group is defining the league's direction. If you want to understand where the race is headed, it starts right here.    Silver-Colbert is the ultimate X factor because his impact goes far beyond the box score. He plays with visible pride and natural leadership, setting the tone on both ends of the floor. Constantly active, he moves without the ball, gets himself open and works relentlessly every possession. With 11.2 points on 55% shooting offensively he can hurt defenses from anywhere on the floor and if you give him an inch he attacks the hole aggressively and will finish with ease through any contact. Defensively he's always in your face, bringing intensity, energy and effort that lifts his teammates and disrupts opponents     Van is the engine that keeps DSST Conservatory Green running, a complete guard who controls the game with poise and confidence. He's averaging 15 points and 3.3 assists per game while seeing the floor at a high level and keeping teammates involved. Defenses can't sag off him either as he's a dangerous spot up shooter and can knock down shots at all three levels. Whether he's scoring or facilitating, Van plays with great feel and balance, making him a steady and reliable presence every time out     Bradford has come out on fire for DSST Conservatory Green and is quickly establishing himself as a big time scorer. He's averaging 16.7 points per game on an efficient 50% shooting, and he does it with swagger and flair that can flip momentum in a matter of minutes. Always moving and constantly active, he flies off screens, gets to his spots and punishes defenses that lose track of him. When he's feeling it especially from three, Bradford is flat out deadly     Benavidez is doing a little bit of everything for Kennedy and flat out stuffing the stat sheet. He's averaging 13.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists and an eye popping 3.5 steals per game, showing his impact on both ends. His speed and quickness are elite, and he's constantly in attack mode defensively, forcing turnovers and turning them into fast break points. Add in his ability to knock down threes, and Benavidez becomes a nightmare matchup who changes games in a hurry     Sosa has steadily taken steps forward at DSST College View, and as a junior he's putting together his best season yet. He's averaging 18.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game, showing real growth and confidence. He cuts hard, finishes with either hand and plays tight, physical defense that makes life difficult for opponents. His game looks more complete, more polished and more assertive. Sosa's improvement has been consistent, and now the production is matching the talent     Berhane is making the most of his opportunity as a starter for DSST Montview and turning it into consistent production. He's averaging 9.5 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, showing his value as a reliable scorer. He can stretch the floor with his shooting range, knock down the three and isn't afraid to pull from deep. Add in how well he runs the floor and stays active in transition, and Berhane is becoming a steady offensive weapon defenses have to account for every night

These are the names you need to know and the players making the plays that will ultimately shape how the 4A/3A City League unfolds the rest of the season. From momentum shifting moments to consistent production night after night, this group is defining the league's direction. If you want to understand where the race is headed, it starts right here.