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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | ![]() | Paolo Banchero | 31.9% |
| 47 | ![]() | Desmond Bane | 23.5% |
| 50 | ![]() | Jalen Suggs | 23.0% |
| 65 | ![]() | Anthony Black | 21.1% |
| 121 | ![]() | Tristan da Silva | 15.1% |
| 138 | ![]() | Wendell Carter Jr. | 12.5% |
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).





