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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | ![]() | Mike Conley | 28.7% |
| 51 | ![]() | Zach Randolph | 25.3% |
| 53 | ![]() | Marc Gasol | 25.1% |
| 67 | ![]() | Jeff Green | 23.1% |
| 94 | ![]() | Vince Carter | 20.9% |
| 131 | ![]() | Beno Udrih | 18.5% |
| 179 | ![]() | Kosta Koufos | 14.4% |
| 185 | ![]() | Courtney Lee | 13.8% |
| 189 | ![]() | Tony Allen | 13.5% |
| 203 | ![]() | Tayshaun Prince | 12.0% |
| 213 | ![]() | Quincy Pondexter | 10.5% |
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).










