High leverage
High leverage possessions are those where the outcome has an above-average impact on which team wins the game, based on the score, time remaining, and relative team strength. Learn more
Minimum 150 high leverage minutes
Assists
| # | Player | Ast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 |  | Cade Cunningham  DET | 13.3 |
| 34 |  | Kevin Huerter  CHI/DET | 8.8 |
| 58 |  | Daniss Jenkins DET | 6.7 |
| 79 |  | Ausar Thompson DET | 5.6 |
| 100 |  | Duncan Robinson DET | 4.6 |
| 115 |  | Javonte Green DET | 4.0 |
| 136 |  | Tobias Harris DET | 2.9 |
| 150 |  | Jalen Duren DET | 2.2 |
Top assists leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage assists are Jalen Brunson (20.6, NYK), Luka Dončić (18.0, LAL), Isaiah Collier (17.7, UTA), Nikola Jokić (15.7, DEN), and Cam Spencer (15.0, MEM).