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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | ![]() | Russell Westbrook | 36.2% |
| 16 | ![]() | Paul George | 33.8% |
| 45 | ![]() | Dennis Schröder | 25.8% |
| 132 | ![]() | Jerami Grant | 16.1% |
| 154 | ![]() | Markieff Morris | 14.2% |
| 162 | ![]() | Steven Adams | 13.6% |
| 193 | ![]() | Terrance Ferguson | 9.1% |
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).






