Top Western PA Point Guards to Watch This Summer

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These facilitators make it happen for their team on the court. Watch out for these five top point guards in Western PA this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406045"],"_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='1406045' first='Zion' last='Moore'] is shaping up to be one of the most exciting point guard prospects in Western Pennsylvania. He averaged 27 points per game last season for Belle Vernon, earning him a spot on the All-WPIAL team. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eZion's ability to score from almost anywhere on the court sets him apart. He is an incredible shooter. His quick release of the dribble allows him to score even under tight defensive pressure. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eZion is an exceptional ball-handler. His control and poise under pressure helps him find the best scoring opportunities for his teammates. 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He has developed a reliable jump shot, which has forced defenders to respect him as a scorer. He averaged 10 points per game. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eWhat truly sets Tykie apart is his vision and unselfishness on the court. He is a natural facilitator who finds open teammates. 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