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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  | Fred VanVleet   HOU | 98.9 |
| 9 |  | Jabari Smith Jr. HOU | 102.6 |
| 12 |  | Alperen Sengun HOU | 103.2 |
| 19 |  | Amen Thompson HOU | 104.7 |
| 23 |  | Dillon Brooks HOU | 105.7 |
| 51 |  | Jalen Green HOU | 109.8 |
| 62 |  | Tari Eason HOU | 111.0 |
Top defensive rating leaders
The current 2024-25 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rating are Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (97.8, ORL), Fred VanVleet (98.9, HOU), Giannis Antetokounmpo (100.2, MIL), Paolo Banchero (101.0, ORL), and Kevin Huerter (101.2, CHI).