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 75 high leverage minutes
Assists
| # | Player | Ast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |  | Sonia Citron  WAS | 4.7 |
| 10 |  | Shakira Austin WAS | 4.1 |
| 12 |  | Michaela Onyenwere WAS | 3.7 |
| 17 |  | Kiki Iriafen WAS | 1.8 |
Top assists leaders
The current 2026 Season WNBA leaders in high leverage assists are Alyssa Thomas (12.4, PHX), Carla Leite (11.1, PDX), Paige Bueckers (9.2, DAL), Natasha Cloud (8.3, CHI), and Jessica Shepard (8.0, DAL).