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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | ![]() | Trae Young | 28.4% |
| 69 | ![]() | Alex Len | 21.3% |
| 72 | ![]() | Kent Bazemore | 21.1% |
| 87 | ![]() | DeAndre' Bembry | 19.2% |
| 96 | ![]() | Vince Carter | 18.6% |
| 119 | ![]() | John Collins | 17.2% |
| 133 | ![]() | Taurean Prince | 16.0% |
| 139 | ![]() | Dewayne Dedmon | 15.3% |
| 161 | ![]() | Kevin Huerter | 13.8% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2018-19 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Damian Lillard (48.5%, POR), James Harden (47.3%, HOU), Stephen Curry (43.2%, GSW), Donovan Mitchell (42.2%, UTA), and Kyrie Irving (41.7%, BOS).








