This is an extremely important segment of the game, because it directly tells how well they set blocks and open shots for their teammates.
Garza is first in the NBA with 6.6 screen assists per 36 minutes, while Nurkic is right behind him with 6.5, according to official statistics for the 2025/26 season.
Most Screen Assists Per 36 Mins In The 2025-26 NBA Regular Season (Min. 400 Total Minutes Played) :
1. Luka Garza — 6.6
2. Jusuf Nurkic — 6.5
3. Luke Kornet — 6.3
4. Marvin Bagley III — 6.2
5. Jakob Poeltl — 5.6
5. Neemias Queta — 5.6
5.… https://t.co/BEUcpOvCMk pic.twitter.com/GGIy60LwoQ— Stat Defender (@statdefender) January 9, 2026
A screen assist is recorded when a player makes a block that directly leads to a layup by his teammate, whether it’s a three-pointer, a layup, or a half-range shot.
It’s a hidden indicator of a center’s performance – it’s not visible in classic stats like points and rebounds, but it’s crucial for coaches because it shows how much a player helps the offense “breathe.”
(Vijesti.ba)
