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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | ![]() | James Harden | 43.0% |
| 25 | ![]() | Lou Williams | 26.5% |
| 90 | ![]() | Eric Gordon | 19.2% |
| 163 | ![]() | Clint Capela | 13.7% |
| 172 | ![]() | Ryan Anderson | 12.7% |
| 180 | ![]() | Trevor Ariza | 12.1% |
| 192 | ![]() | Patrick Beverley | 11.3% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2016-17 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are DeMar DeRozan (45.6%, TOR), Russell Westbrook (44.6%, OKC), James Harden (43.0%, HOU), John Wall (37.6%, WAS), and Andrew Wiggins (36.4%, MIN).






