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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | ![]() | Spencer Dinwiddie | 31.1% |
| 23 | ![]() | D'Angelo Russell | 30.9% |
| 101 | ![]() | DeMarre Carroll | 18.3% |
| 125 | ![]() | Joe Harris | 16.9% |
| 160 | ![]() | Jarrett Allen | 13.8% |
| 169 | ![]() | Ed Davis | 12.6% |
| 194 | ![]() | Jared Dudley | 8.6% |
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).






