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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | ![]() | Isaiah Thomas | 32.7% |
| 41 | ![]() | Avery Bradley | 23.5% |
| 57 | ![]() | Jaylen Brown | 21.5% |
| 87 | ![]() | Kelly Olynyk | 19.5% |
| 106 | ![]() | Marcus Smart | 18.1% |
| 115 | ![]() | Terry Rozier | 17.5% |
| 138 | ![]() | Al Horford | 15.9% |
| 156 | ![]() | Jae Crowder | 14.4% |
| 184 | ![]() | Jonas Jerebko | 11.8% |
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).








