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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | ![]() | Fred VanVleet | 26.1% |
| 51 | ![]() | Gary Trent Jr. | 24.0% |
| 52 | ![]() | Pascal Siakam | 23.9% |
| 85 | ![]() | OG Anunoby | 19.6% |
| 95 | ![]() | Precious Achiuwa | 18.7% |
| 116 | ![]() | Chris Boucher | 16.9% |
| 125 | ![]() | Scottie Barnes | 15.9% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2021-22 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Trae Young (45.7%, ATL), Joel Embiid (45.3%, PHI), Devin Booker (43.3%, PHX), Nikola Jokić (41.5%, DEN), and Ja Morant (41.0%, MEM).






