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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | ![]() | Julius Randle | 28.1% |
| 53 | ![]() | Marcus Morris Sr. | 24.7% |
| 64 | ![]() | RJ Barrett | 23.2% |
| 74 | ![]() | Elfrid Payton | 21.5% |
| 95 | ![]() | Bobby Portis | 18.7% |
| 125 | ![]() | Frank Ntilikina | 16.5% |
| 161 | ![]() | Mitchell Robinson | 13.7% |
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).






