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 January 2025 NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Andrew Wiggins (43.7%, MIA), Cade Cunningham (40.9%, DET), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (40.2%, OKC), Giannis Antetokounmpo (40.0%, MIL), and Zach LaVine (39.4%, SAC).

















































