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
Steals
| # | Player | Stl | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 |  | Jose Alvarado  NOP/ NYK | 2.8 |
| 30 |  | Derik Queen NOP | 2.8 |
| 31 |  | Herbert Jones NOP | 2.7 |
| 53 |  | Zion Williamson NOP | 2.3 |
| 70 |  | Trey Murphy III NOP | 2.1 |
| 84 |  | Jeremiah Fears NOP | 1.9 |
| 118 |  | Saddiq Bey NOP | 1.4 |
Top steals leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage steals are Jordan Goodwin (7.0, PHX), Ausar Thompson (5.0, DET), Jake LaRavia (4.6, LAL), Keon Ellis (4.5, CLE), and Tari Eason (4.5, HOU).