Top 30 Best Defenders in NBA History

28. Chris Paul

At just six feet tall, it is amazing the impact that Chris Paul has had throughout his career on the defensive end of the floor. Paul is an excellent on-ball defender that is adept at using his basketball I.Q. and instincts to force turnovers from the opposing teams point guard. Paul has led the league in steals six times and has averaged 2.2 steals per game across 14 seasons in the NBA. Paul has also been named to the All-Defensive teams nine times.