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 31 high leverage minutes
Usage %
Estimated share of team plays used while on court
Top usage % leaders
The current March 2024 NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Jalen Brunson (47.5%, NYK), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (42.7%, OKC), LeBron James (42.6%, LAL), Paolo Banchero (40.9%, ORL), and Dejounte Murray (40.9%, ATL).

















































