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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | ![]() | Devin Booker | 36.2% |
| 39 | ![]() | Josh Jackson | 27.0% |
| 48 | ![]() | Tyler Johnson | 24.7% |
| 70 | ![]() | Kelly Oubre Jr. | 21.3% |
| 78 | ![]() | Jamal Crawford | 20.5% |
| 131 | ![]() | Deandre Ayton | 16.3% |
| 135 | ![]() | Trevor Ariza | 15.6% |
| 190 | ![]() | Mikal Bridges | 9.7% |
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).







