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
Defensive rebounds
| # | Player | DReb | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 |  | Kyle O'Quinn  NYK | 3.1 |
| 32 |  | Kristaps Porziņģis NYK | 2.6 |
| 81 |  | Carmelo Anthony NYK | 1.9 |
| 121 |  | Derrick Rose NYK | 1.5 |
| 127 |  | Justin Holiday NYK | 1.4 |
| 165 |  | Courtney Lee NYK | 1.2 |
| 177 |  | Brandon Jennings NYK/ WAS | 1.1 |
Top defensive rebounds leaders
The current 2016-17 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rebounds are Anthony Davis (4.8, NOP), Karl-Anthony Towns (4.3, MIN), Rudy Gobert (4.2, UTA), DeMarcus Cousins (4.1, NOP), and Hassan Whiteside (4.0, MIA).