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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | ![]() | Gordon Hayward | 25.0% |
| 36 | ![]() | Trey Burke | 24.8% |
| 54 | ![]() | Rodney Hood | 22.8% |
| 104 | ![]() | Derrick Favors | 18.5% |
| 155 | ![]() | Joe Ingles | 15.3% |
| 185 | ![]() | Trevor Booker | 12.2% |
| 192 | ![]() | Rudy Gobert | 11.5% |
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).






