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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | ![]() | John Wall | 29.9% |
| 46 | ![]() | Bradley Beal | 23.9% |
| 48 | ![]() | Marcus Thornton | 23.6% |
| 87 | ![]() | Ramon Sessions | 19.5% |
| 114 | ![]() | Nene | 18.2% |
| 164 | ![]() | Marcin Gortat | 14.8% |
| 177 | ![]() | Garrett Temple | 13.6% |
| 186 | ![]() | Jared Dudley | 12.1% |
| 203 | ![]() | Otto Porter Jr. | 9.8% |
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).








