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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | ![]() | Jayson Tatum | 36.3% |
| 23 | ![]() | Jaylen Brown | 32.2% |
| 83 | ![]() | Malcolm Brogdon | 20.8% |
| 113 | ![]() | Marcus Smart | 17.9% |
| 120 | ![]() | Derrick White | 17.1% |
| 162 | ![]() | Grant Williams | 12.5% |
| 200 | ![]() | Al Horford | 8.7% |
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).






