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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | ![]() | Jamal Crawford | 33.7% |
| 24 | ![]() | Blake Griffin | 28.7% |
| 25 | ![]() | Chris Paul | 28.6% |
| 117 | ![]() | Austin Rivers | 19.4% |
| 135 | ![]() | JJ Redick | 18.1% |
| 209 | ![]() | Matt Barnes | 11.3% |
| 211 | ![]() | DeAndre Jordan | 11.1% |
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).






