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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | ![]() | J.J. Barea | 26.6% |
| 53 | ![]() | Dirk Nowitzki | 22.8% |
| 69 | ![]() | Deron Williams | 21.0% |
| 100 | ![]() | Raymond Felton | 18.7% |
| 132 | ![]() | Devin Harris | 16.8% |
| 135 | ![]() | Wesley Matthews | 16.7% |
| 166 | ![]() | Chandler Parsons | 14.6% |
| 199 | ![]() | Zaza Pachulia | 10.5% |
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).







