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When you think of the name Michael Porter Jr., passing certainly doesn't come to mind as one of his best skills.
However, Porter Jr. has managed to lead the Nets in one surprising stat so far this season.
What playmaking stat does Porter Jr. lead the Nets in?
In the 2025-26 NBA season, Porter Jr. leads the Nets in total assists through six games (via StatMuse).
It's a very small lead that he has in this department over his teammates, but it is a lead nonetheless.
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Porter Jr. has 18 assists, which, despite being just 3.0 assists per game, is enough to lead the team in total assists so far.
Nic Claxton and Cam Thomas are two surprising players who follow Porter Jr. on this total assists list, each with 17 assists of their own this season.
This isn't an impressive mark by any means, but it's not common to see Porter Jr. leading a stat category in an area that he's been scrutinized for not doing enough in his whole career.
His previous career high was last season, when he averaged 2.1 assists
Porter Jr. is in his first season with the Nets, as he was traded to Brooklyn this past offseason in a trade that sent Cam Johnson to the Nuggets.
The Nets might already be on their way to having another high lottery pick in next year's draft, as they are one of two teams to still be winless (Nets and Pelicans are 0-6).
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