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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | ![]() | Jaylen Brown | 42.5% |
| 25 | ![]() | Anfernee Simons | 29.0% |
| 67 | ![]() | Derrick White | 21.0% |
| 69 | ![]() | Payton Pritchard | 20.5% |
| 79 | ![]() | Nikola Vučević | 19.6% |
| 149 | ![]() | Neemias Queta | 10.7% |
| 153 | ![]() | Sam Hauser | 10.3% |
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).






