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 132 high leverage minutes
Usage %
Estimated share of team plays used while on court
| # | Player | USG% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ![]() | Luka Dončić | 39.9% |
| 57 | ![]() | Tim Hardaway Jr. | 23.3% |
| 71 | ![]() | Jalen Brunson | 20.7% |
| 150 | ![]() | Dorian Finney-Smith | 13.5% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2020-21 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Stephen Curry (59.9%, GSW), Damian Lillard (46.2%, POR), Zach LaVine (44.3%, CHI), Nikola Jokić (43.8%, DEN), and Joel Embiid (42.5%, PHI).



