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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | ![]() | Jalen Green | 32.2% |
| 35 | ![]() | Alperen Sengun | 27.5% |
| 70 | ![]() | Tari Eason | 21.2% |
| 90 | ![]() | Fred VanVleet | 18.0% |
| 118 | ![]() | Amen Thompson | 15.4% |
| 136 | ![]() | Dillon Brooks | 14.4% |
| 150 | ![]() | Jabari Smith Jr. | 12.8% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2024-25 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are James Harden (41.8%, LAC), Anthony Edwards (41.1%, MIN), Nikola Jokić (40.7%, DEN), Stephen Curry (39.6%, GSW), and Cade Cunningham (39.4%, DET).






