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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | ![]() | James Harden | 34.7% |
| 48 | ![]() | Marcus Thornton | 23.6% |
| 55 | ![]() | Ty Lawson | 22.7% |
| 110 | ![]() | Jason Terry | 18.2% |
| 154 | ![]() | Corey Brewer | 15.4% |
| 173 | ![]() | Dwight Howard | 13.9% |
| 174 | ![]() | Trevor Ariza | 13.9% |
| 182 | ![]() | Patrick Beverley | 12.7% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2015-16 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Dwyane Wade (37.4%, MIA), Stephen Curry (37.1%, GSW), DeMarcus Cousins (35.6%, SAC), Reggie Jackson (35.5%, DET), and James Harden (34.7%, HOU).







