With the increase in 2K MT 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 an expanded list of defenders will be found at the bottom of this page.

Kawhi Leonard is a formidable player on both ends of the floor, but has an arsenal of defensive statistics that can intimidate the best offensive team. For one, "The Klaw" made his mark at the beginning of San Antonio because of his defense . He's been a part of to seven All-Defensive Teams and has won the Defensive Player of Year award two times.

Leonard has some phenomenal stats with his Perimeter Defence as well as 79 Interior Defence as well as his 85 Steal. Add to that his 11 defensive badges including Hall of Fame Menace, Gold Clamps Gold Glove, and Gold Interceptor, the ball is never safe in passing lanes or offensive players will be in for a difficult shift.

"The Greek Freak" Giannis Antetokounmpo has been a truly amazing player with ability both offensively and defensively. Antetokounmpo is one of the three Buy NBA 2K23 MT Safe players to be awarded both the Most Valuable Player award and the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award at the same time in the exact same season (2020).