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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | ![]() | Luka Dončić | 31.2% |
| 26 | ![]() | LeBron James | 29.8% |
| 48 | ![]() | Austin Reaves | 24.1% |
| 52 | ![]() | D'Angelo Russell | 23.7% |
| 137 | ![]() | Max Christie | 14.3% |
| 153 | ![]() | Rui Hachimura | 12.4% |
| 156 | ![]() | Gabe Vincent | 11.9% |
| 169 | ![]() | Dorian Finney-Smith | 10.0% |
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).







