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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | ![]() | LaMarcus Aldridge | 33.9% |
| 15 | ![]() | Damian Lillard | 31.1% |
| 69 | ![]() | Chris Kaman | 22.9% |
| 72 | ![]() | Wesley Matthews | 22.7% |
| 106 | ![]() | Arron Afflalo | 19.9% |
| 206 | ![]() | Steve Blake | 11.6% |
| 214 | ![]() | Nicolas Batum | 10.4% |
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).






