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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 |  | CJ McCollum  POR/ NOP | 115.2 |
| 149 |  | Jonas Valančiūnas NOP | 115.2 |
| 155 |  | Devonte' Graham NOP | 115.9 |
| 166 |  | Josh Hart NOP/POR | 117.1 |
| 169 |  | Herbert Jones NOP | 118.0 |
Top defensive rating leaders
The current 2021-22 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rating are Gabe Vincent (96.4, MIA), Matisse Thybulle (96.6, PHI), Chris Paul (96.9, PHX), Spencer Dinwiddie (97.8, DAL), and Jordan Poole (98.0, GSW).