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% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | ![]() | Jaren Jackson Jr. | 25.1% |
| 68 | ![]() | Cam Spencer | 20.6% |
| 91 | ![]() | Cedric Coward | 18.1% |
| 110 | ![]() | Jaylen Wells | 16.4% |
| 120 | ![]() | Jock Landale | 15.4% |
| 128 | ![]() | Walter Clayton Jr. | 14.3% |
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).





