What happened: Alyssa Thomas totaled 349 assists to lead the league, ahead of Caitlin Clark at 321 and Jordin Canada at 308. Chelsea Gray (274), Jackie Young (271) and Paige Bueckers (240) complete the top six.
Why it matters: A forward leading all point guards in totals underlines Thomas's primary playmaking role. The gap over Clark and Canada frames the postseason conversation around which offense runs through its star facilitator.
By the numbers: Totals: Thomas 349, Clark 321, Canada 308, Gray 274, Young 271, Bueckers 240.
What to watch: Watch whether Thomas carries that distribution load into the 2026 postseason.