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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | ![]() | James Harden | 47.3% |
| 60 | ![]() | Chris Paul | 22.9% |
| 92 | ![]() | Eric Gordon | 19.0% |
| 156 | ![]() | Clint Capela | 14.0% |
| 177 | ![]() | Austin Rivers | 11.7% |
| 187 | ![]() | P.J. Tucker | 9.9% |
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).





