Are you looking for a player who can keep things 2k23 mt under control and clean up those defensive boards? These are the best defenders in NBA2K23.Defense is key in basketball and having players that can stifle the opposition to prevent good shots and make a bad shot can be as vital as a ball handling player. 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 that provides a comprehensive list of defenders will be available at the bottom section.

Kawhi Leonard is a powerful player at both sides of the floor, but has an array of defense statistics that would intimidate the best offensive team. For one, "The Klaw" made his mark in the early days of San Antonio because of his defense and has been named to seven All-Defensive Teams and has won the Defensive Player of Year award on two occasions.

Leonard is a star player with his 97 Perimeter Defence as well as 79 Interior Defence as well as his 85 Steal. With his 11 defensive badges which include Hall of Fame Menace, Gold Clamps Gold Glove, and Gold Interceptor, the ball will never be secure in the lanes of passing and offensive players will be in for a challenging shift.

"The Greek Freak" Giannis Antetokounmpo is an incredible player with ability both offensively and defensively. Antetokounmpo is one of the three players to receive the Most Valuable Player award as well as the NBA Defensive Player of the Award in the exact same season (2020).

The 27-year-old's defensive capabilities are exceptional, like his 91 Interior Defence, 92 Defensive Rebounding, and 80 Block. This makes him an absolute beast on the boards for defense, and also the ability to swat shots with the speed of Flies. Also, he is a proud owner of 16 Defence and Rebounding badges including Gold Clamps, Chase Down Artist, Gold cheap mt nba 2k23 Chase Down Artist along with Gold Anchor.