Darius Garland leads NBA in clutch shooting percentage
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland is currently the most clutch player in the NBA. He has a shooting percentage of 58.7% in clutch time, defined as the last five minutes of close games. Garland's performance has contributed to the Cavaliers' impressive 16-game winning streak and the best record in the league. He averages 3.4 points per game during clutch moments and has a 57.1% shooting rate from three-point range. In comparison, teammate Donovan Mitchell scores 3.0 points per game in clutch time but with a lower shooting efficiency of 39.5%. Garland's contributions have been vital for the Cavaliers' success in tight games.