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NBA's All-Time Defensive Legends: A Closer Look

9/19/2025

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  • The All-NBA Defensive Team recognizes five top defenders each year.
  • Michael Jordan achieved nine All-Defensive First Team selections and won three Defensive Player of the Year awards.
  • Scottie Pippen made seven All-Defensive First Teams and led the NBA in steals in 1994-95.
  • The Celtics featured defenders like John Havlicek, Kevin McHale, and Kevin Garnett, all with multiple All-Defensive selections.
  • Ben Wallace and Dennis Rodman were pivotal for the Pistons, with Wallace winning four Defensive Player of the Year awards.