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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 22 high leverage minutes

Estimated share of team plays used while on court

Top usage % leaders

The current February 2026 NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Anthony Edwards (59.2%, MIN), Kevin Durant (51.6%, HOU), Donovan Mitchell (44.1%, CLE), Jalen Brunson (41.9%, NYK), and Luka Dončić (39.3%, LAL).