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 | 43.6% |
| 45 | ![]() | Eric Gordon | 24.5% |
| 49 | ![]() | Chris Paul | 23.6% |
| 171 | ![]() | Clint Capela | 14.1% |
| 208 | ![]() | Trevor Ariza | 9.7% |
| 211 | ![]() | P.J. Tucker | 9.3% |
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).





