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
Defensive rating
Points allowed per 100 possessions Learn more
| # | Team | DRtg |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 96.1 | |
| 2 | 97.6 | |
| 3 | 97.9 | |
| 4 | 98.1 | |
| 5 | 98.5 | |
| 6 | 98.9 | |
| 7 | 99.3 | |
| 8 | 100.9 | |
| 9 | 102.3 | |
| 10 | 102.5 | |
| 11 | 103.8 | |
| 12 | 104.1 | |
| 13 | 104.2 | |
| 14 | 104.4 | |
| 15 | 104.5 | |
| 16 | 104.7 | |
| 17 | 105.1 | |
| 18 | 105.8 | |
| 19 | 106.4 | |
| 20 | 106.7 | |
| 21 | 106.7 | |
| 22 | 108.4 | |
| 23 | 109.0 | |
| 24 | 109.2 | |
| 25 | 109.3 | |
| 26 | 110.5 | |
| 27 | 111.1 | |
| 28 | 112.2 | |
| 29 | 115.0 | |
| 30 | 119.5 |
Top defensive rating leaders
The current 2015-16 Season NBA team leaders in high leverage defensive rating are Golden State Warriors (96.1), Cleveland Cavaliers (97.6), Atlanta Hawks (97.9), Memphis Grizzlies (98.1), and Toronto Raptors (98.5).