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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | ![]() | Giannis Antetokounmpo | 32.7% |
| 16 | ![]() | Damian Lillard | 32.7% |
| 82 | ![]() | Bobby Portis | 19.8% |
| 85 | ![]() | Khris Middleton | 19.4% |
| 139 | ![]() | Brook Lopez | 13.9% |
| 142 | ![]() | Cameron Payne | 13.8% |
| 148 | ![]() | Malik Beasley | 13.4% |
| 170 | ![]() | Pat Connaughton | 11.3% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2023-24 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (53.5%, OKC), Anthony Edwards (45.8%, MIN), Nikola Jokić (45.2%, DEN), Jalen Brunson (41.7%, NYK), and Paolo Banchero (41.3%, ORL).







