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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 |  | Jabari Smith Jr.   HOU | 1.8 |
| 26 |  | Alperen Sengun HOU | 1.7 |
| 40 |  | Amen Thompson HOU | 1.5 |
| 43 |  | Kevin Durant HOU | 1.5 |
| 68 |  | Tari Eason HOU | 1.3 |
| 151 |  | Reed Sheppard HOU | 0.7 |
Top defensive rebounds leaders
The current 2025-26 Season NBA leaders in high leverage defensive rebounds are Nikola Jokić (3.0, DEN), Victor Wembanyama (3.0, SAS), Chet Holmgren (2.7, OKC), Jalen Johnson (2.6, ATL), and Karl-Anthony Towns (2.6, NYK).