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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 |  | Jeff Green   HOU | 115.0 |
| 158 |  | Jabari Smith Jr. HOU | 122.5 |
| 160 |  | Fred VanVleet HOU | 122.6 |
| 163 |  | Alperen Sengun HOU | 123.5 |
| 172 |  | Dillon Brooks HOU | 127.0 |
| 178 |  | Jalen Green HOU | 130.1 |
Top defensive rating leaders
The current 2023-24 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rating are Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (99.0, DEN), Peyton Watson (100.0, DEN), Paolo Banchero (103.0, ORL), Toumani Camara (103.2, POR), and Isaiah Hartenstein (104.6, NYK).