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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | ![]() | Giannis Antetokounmpo | 31.0% |
| 52 | ![]() | Khris Middleton | 23.6% |
| 57 | ![]() | Eric Bledsoe | 23.2% |
| 115 | ![]() | Malcolm Brogdon | 17.5% |
| 173 | ![]() | Brook Lopez | 12.2% |
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).




