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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | ![]() | Kawhi Leonard | 33.2% |
| 51 | ![]() | Paul George | 25.0% |
| 53 | ![]() | Russell Westbrook | 24.8% |
| 104 | ![]() | James Harden | 17.7% |
| 119 | ![]() | Norman Powell | 16.6% |
| 155 | ![]() | Amir Coffey | 12.8% |
| 178 | ![]() | Nicolas Batum | 8.2% |
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).






