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 137 high leverage minutes
Usage %
Estimated share of team plays used while on court
| # | Player | USG% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ![]() | James Harden | 37.7% |
| 26 | ![]() | Russell Westbrook | 30.0% |
| 102 | ![]() | Austin Rivers | 17.6% |
| 142 | ![]() | Ben McLemore | 15.0% |
| 150 | ![]() | Robert Covington | 14.5% |
| 158 | ![]() | Danuel House Jr. | 13.8% |
| 186 | ![]() | P.J. Tucker | 7.8% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2019-20 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Bradley Beal (44.0%, WAS), Damian Lillard (41.8%, POR), Zach LaVine (41.1%, CHI), Luka Dončić (41.0%, DAL), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (39.1%, MIL).






