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 rating
Opponent points allowed per 100 possessions while on court Learn more
| # | Player | DRtg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | ![]() | Shane Larkin | 96.1 |
| 32 | ![]() | Marcus Smart | 101.2 |
| 42 | ![]() | Jayson Tatum | 102.5 |
| 53 | ![]() | Terry Rozier | 103.2 |
| 86 | ![]() | Jaylen Brown | 105.8 |
| 88 | ![]() | Semi Ojeleye | 106.0 |
| 107 | ![]() | Al Horford | 107.2 |
| 126 | ![]() | Marcus Morris Sr. | 108.3 |
| 166 | ![]() | Kyrie Irving | 112.4 |
Top defensive rating leaders
The current 2017-18 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rating are CJ Miles (92.3, TOR), Kevin Love (94.0, CLE), Shaun Livingston (94.7, GSW), Pascal Siakam (94.9, TOR), and David West (95.5, GSW).








