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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | ![]() | Julius Randle | 35.2% |
| 29 | ![]() | Jalen Brunson | 30.2% |
| 60 | ![]() | RJ Barrett | 22.8% |
| 69 | ![]() | Quentin Grimes | 21.8% |
| 81 | ![]() | Immanuel Quickley | 20.9% |
| 156 | ![]() | Obi Toppin | 13.1% |
| 177 | ![]() | Josh Hart | 11.7% |
| 192 | ![]() | Isaiah Hartenstein | 9.9% |
| 198 | ![]() | Mitchell Robinson | 9.3% |
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).








