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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | ![]() | Tim Hardaway Jr. | 25.9% |
| 95 | ![]() | JR Smith | 20.8% |
| 97 | ![]() | Amar'e Stoudemire | 20.6% |
| 158 | ![]() | Jason Smith | 15.8% |
| 163 | ![]() | Lance Thomas | 15.6% |
| 176 | ![]() | Shane Larkin | 14.5% |
| 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).






