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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | ![]() | Jordan Clarkson | 33.1% |
| 45 | ![]() | Russell Westbrook | 26.1% |
| 46 | ![]() | Talen Horton-Tucker | 26.1% |
| 49 | ![]() | Lauri Markkanen | 25.5% |
| 104 | ![]() | Malik Beasley | 18.5% |
| 135 | ![]() | Mike Conley | 14.8% |
| 137 | ![]() | Kelly Olynyk | 14.8% |
| 179 | ![]() | Walker Kessler | 11.5% |
| 184 | ![]() | Jarred Vanderbilt | 11.0% |
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).








