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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ![]() | James Harden | 35.9% |
| 39 | ![]() | Josh Smith | 26.8% |
| 61 | ![]() | Corey Brewer | 24.4% |
| 142 | ![]() | Donatas Motiejunas | 17.0% |
| 173 | ![]() | Trevor Ariza | 14.6% |
| 187 | ![]() | Jason Terry | 13.6% |
| 192 | ![]() | Patrick Beverley | 13.3% |
| 217 | ![]() | Pablo Prigioni | 9.5% |
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).







