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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | ![]() | Nikola Jokić | 25.8% |
| 41 | ![]() | Jamal Murray | 25.0% |
| 85 | ![]() | Will Barton | 20.9% |
| 86 | ![]() | Gary Harris | 20.9% |
| 108 | ![]() | Trey Lyles | 18.6% |
| 111 | ![]() | Devin Harris | 18.3% |
| 169 | ![]() | Wilson Chandler | 14.2% |
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).






