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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | ![]() | Kyrie Irving | 42.1% |
| 72 | ![]() | Marcus Smart | 21.9% |
| 81 | ![]() | Marcus Morris Sr. | 21.3% |
| 89 | ![]() | Al Horford | 20.6% |
| 103 | ![]() | Jaylen Brown | 19.4% |
| 104 | ![]() | Jayson Tatum | 19.3% |
| 109 | ![]() | Terry Rozier | 18.4% |
| 185 | ![]() | Shane Larkin | 12.9% |
| 214 | ![]() | Semi Ojeleye | 7.3% |
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).








