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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | ![]() | Jalen Brunson | 40.7% |
| 82 | ![]() | Karl-Anthony Towns | 19.3% |
| 98 | ![]() | OG Anunoby | 17.7% |
| 118 | ![]() | Mikal Bridges | 15.4% |
| 146 | ![]() | Jose Alvarado | 11.3% |
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).




