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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | ![]() | Gordon Hayward | 30.1% |
| 54 | ![]() | Trey Burke | 25.0% |
| 59 | ![]() | Derrick Favors | 24.5% |
| 84 | ![]() | Enes Kanter | 21.7% |
| 133 | ![]() | Trevor Booker | 18.3% |
| 191 | ![]() | Joe Ingles | 13.4% |
| 202 | ![]() | Rudy Gobert | 12.4% |
| 205 | ![]() | Danté Exum | 11.9% |
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).







