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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ![]() | Nikola Jokić | 38.3% |
| 21 | ![]() | Jamal Murray | 29.9% |
| 43 | ![]() | Peyton Watson | 24.0% |
| 113 | ![]() | Tim Hardaway Jr. | 15.9% |
| 137 | ![]() | Cameron Johnson | 12.6% |
| 140 | ![]() | Bruce Brown | 12.2% |
| 157 | ![]() | Christian Braun | 9.4% |
| 160 | ![]() | Spencer Jones | 6.2% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Anthony Edwards (44.3%, MIN), Luka Dončić (44.0%, LAL), Devin Booker (43.9%, PHX), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (43.5%, OKC), and Jaylen Brown (42.5%, BOS).







