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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | ![]() | Kawhi Leonard | 37.0% |
| 32 | ![]() | Paul George | 29.4% |
| 45 | ![]() | Russell Westbrook | 26.1% |
| 59 | ![]() | Norman Powell | 23.5% |
| 82 | ![]() | Bones Hyland | 20.8% |
| 89 | ![]() | Reggie Jackson | 19.9% |
| 134 | ![]() | Ivica Zubac | 15.1% |
| 144 | ![]() | Terance Mann | 14.2% |
| 154 | ![]() | Eric Gordon | 13.2% |
| 170 | ![]() | Mason Plumlee | 12.1% |
| 188 | ![]() | Nicolas Batum | 10.1% |
| 190 | ![]() | Luke Kennard | 10.0% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2022-23 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (47.0%, OKC), Joel Embiid (43.9%, PHI), Trae Young (41.4%, ATL), Luka Dončić (40.3%, DAL), and Damian Lillard (39.9%, POR).











