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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |  | James Harden  LAC/ CLE | 1.9 |
| 17 |  | Donovan Mitchell CLE | 1.7 |
| 52 |  | Dennis Schröder  SAC/CLE | 1.1 |
| 64 |  | Evan Mobley CLE | 1.0 |
| 122 |  | Keon Ellis SAC/CLE | 0.5 |
| 123 |  | Jaylon Tyson CLE | 0.5 |
| 136 |  | Sam Merrill CLE | 0.5 |
Top assists leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage assists are Isaiah Collier (2.8, UTA), Nikola Jokić (2.8, DEN), Jamal Murray (2.5, DEN), Jalen Brunson (2.5, NYK), and Josh Giddey (2.4, CHI).