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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | ![]() | Dwyane Wade | 28.9% |
| 48 | ![]() | Tyler Johnson | 24.7% |
| 76 | ![]() | Josh Richardson | 20.7% |
| 79 | ![]() | Hassan Whiteside | 20.4% |
| 85 | ![]() | Justise Winslow | 19.4% |
| 102 | ![]() | Kelly Olynyk | 18.2% |
| 143 | ![]() | Bam Adebayo | 14.9% |
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).






