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 150 high leverage minutes
Usage %
Estimated share of team plays used while on court
| # | Player | USG% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | ![]() | Derrick Rose | 37.0% |
| 28 | ![]() | Aaron Brooks | 28.0% |
| 73 | ![]() | Jimmy Butler III | 22.6% |
| 78 | ![]() | Pau Gasol | 22.3% |
| 105 | ![]() | Nikola Mirotic | 20.0% |
| 154 | ![]() | Tony Snell | 16.2% |
| 167 | ![]() | Kirk Hinrich | 15.2% |
| 178 | ![]() | Taj Gibson | 14.5% |
| 194 | ![]() | Joakim Noah | 13.3% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2014-15 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Russell Westbrook (48.6%, OKC), Dwyane Wade (45.5%, MIA), LeBron James (40.0%, CLE), DeMarcus Cousins (39.4%, SAC), and Monta Ellis (37.8%, DAL).








