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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | ![]() | Cade Cunningham | 39.4% |
| 63 | ![]() | Dennis Schröder | 22.6% |
| 72 | ![]() | Malik Beasley | 20.9% |
| 107 | ![]() | Tobias Harris | 16.5% |
| 126 | ![]() | Jalen Duren | 15.2% |
| 134 | ![]() | Tim Hardaway Jr. | 14.6% |
| 161 | ![]() | Isaiah Stewart | 11.4% |
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).






