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 13 high leverage minutes
Defensive rating
Opponent points allowed per 100 possessions while on court Learn more
Top defensive rating leaders
The current April 2026 NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rating are Robert Williams III (80.0, POR), Kobe Sanders (80.8, LAC), Desmond Bane (81.3, ORL), Kyle Anderson (86.7, MIN), and Terrence Shannon Jr. (88.5, MIN).

















































