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 rebounds
| # | Player | DReb | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 |  | Jabari Smith Jr.   HOU | 8.9 |
| 70 |  | Alperen Sengun HOU | 8.2 |
| 73 |  | Kevin Durant HOU | 8.1 |
| 82 |  | Tari Eason HOU | 7.8 |
| 108 |  | Amen Thompson HOU | 6.7 |
| 155 |  | Reed Sheppard HOU | 4.0 |
Top defensive rebounds leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rebounds are Luka Dončić (19.2, LAL), Victor Wembanyama (17.5, SAS), Karl-Anthony Towns (17.0, NYK), Nikola Jokić (16.9, DEN), and Jalen Johnson (16.0, ATL).