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
Plus/minus
| # | Player | +/- | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 |  | Jose Alvarado  NOP/ NYK | -44 |
| 134 |  | Herbert Jones NOP | -49 |
| 152 |  | Trey Murphy III NOP | -113 |
| 155 |  | Saddiq Bey NOP | -121 |
| 156 |  | Zion Williamson NOP | -128 |
| 157 |  | Derik Queen NOP | -130 |
| 159 |  | Jeremiah Fears NOP | -147 |
Top plus/minus leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage plus/minus are Donte DiVincenzo (+149, MIN), Marcus Smart (+125, LAL), Jalen Duren (+119, DET), Jaden McDaniels (+116, MIN), and Sam Merrill (+115, CLE).