Do you need a player to keep things locked down and keep the area clean on defensive boards NBA 2K23 MT? They are the top defenders in NBA2K23. Defense is essential in basketball, and having players who can crush opponents to prevent good shots and force bad shots could be as essential as a ball handling playmaker. It's the same all the time in NBA 2K23.

With the increase in three-point shooters, perimeter defence is more valuable than ever, but the players on this list are just as capable on the interior; as the saying goes, "Offense wins games defence wins championships."Below, the players will be ranked by their Defensive Consistency (DCNST), but their other attributes that make them the best defenders in the game will be explored as well. A table with a comprehensive list of defensive players will be located at the bottom of this page.

Kawhi Leonard is a formidable player from both sides of the floor, and has numerous defensive statistics that can intimidate the best offensive team. After all, "The Klaw" made his mark in the early days of San Antonio because of his defensive skills and has been named to a total of seven All-Defensive Teams and has won the award of Defensive Player of the Year on two occasions.

Leonard is a star player with his 97 Perimeter Defence and 79 interior Defence and 85 Steal. Take 11 defensive badges that include Hall of Fame Menace, Gold Clamps Gold Glove, and Gold Interceptor as the ball is never safe in the passing lane or offensive players will be set for a challenging shift.

"The Greek Freak" Giannis Antetokounmpo is a ridiculously amazing player who is able to play both defensively and offensively Buy 2K MT. Antetokounmpo is one of just three players to be awarded both the Most Valuable Player award and the NBA Defensive Player of the Award during the exact same season (2020).