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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | ![]() | James Harden | 35.4% |
| 19 | ![]() | Kawhi Leonard | 30.1% |
| 71 | ![]() | Bennedict Mathurin | 20.3% |
| 106 | ![]() | Jordan Miller | 16.8% |
| 123 | ![]() | Ivica Zubac | 15.1% |
| 152 | ![]() | Kris Dunn | 10.4% |
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).





