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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | ![]() | Jalen Johnson | 29.8% |
| 24 | ![]() | CJ McCollum | 29.2% |
| 31 | ![]() | Nickeil Alexander-Walker | 26.5% |
| 120 | ![]() | Jock Landale | 15.4% |
| 124 | ![]() | Onyeka Okongwu | 15.0% |
| 131 | ![]() | Dyson Daniels | 13.8% |
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).





