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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | ![]() | Kemba Walker | 39.9% |
| 52 | ![]() | Dwight Howard | 23.4% |
| 58 | ![]() | Jeremy Lamb | 23.1% |
| 62 | ![]() | Nicolas Batum | 22.4% |
| 144 | ![]() | Frank Kaminsky | 15.5% |
| 166 | ![]() | Marvin Williams | 14.3% |
| 206 | ![]() | Michael Carter-Williams | 10.8% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2017-18 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are DeMar DeRozan (50.1%, TOR), Russell Westbrook (44.4%, OKC), James Harden (43.6%, HOU), Kevin Durant (43.5%, GSW), and Kyrie Irving (42.1%, BOS).






