Defensive Legends:Ranking The Greatest Defensive Players In The NBA History

Welcome back to the “Greatest Ever” series as we continue back with the ranks of the greatest defensive players to play in the league’s history. I’ve written an article on the same topic, but for some reasons i have decided to rewrite it again. It’s certainly tough to rank the greatest defenders in only list. Before i show you my actual list, i will rank the players in few categories because playing great defense can be done in many ways. Who ranks on top? Without further ado, let’s find out!  Best Perimeter Defender:Garry Payton To me, no one ever defended the perimeter better than Gary Payton whose nickname (“The Glove”) describes his ability to defend perfectly, for he is the only Point Guard to ever win Defensive Player of the Year. Payton stood at 6’4″, had phenomenal footwork, quick hands, toughness and tenacity to rise above all on the perimeter against tons of prolific scorers. He had no problem shutting them all down as he masted t...