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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 |  | Derik Queen  NOP | 8.7 |
| 55 |  | Jose Alvarado NOP/ NYK | 6.8 |
| 71 |  | Jeremiah Fears NOP | 5.8 |
| 81 |  | Trey Murphy III NOP | 5.5 |
| 95 |  | Zion Williamson NOP | 5.0 |
| 110 |  | Herbert Jones NOP | 4.1 |
| 118 |  | Saddiq Bey NOP | 4.0 |
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).