Perimeter defense and the ability to steal possessions are two undervalued traits when it comes to talking about defense in the NBA. Here, we’ll take a look at which players have posted the best of steals per game averages through the history of the Denver Nuggets organization. However, the list only features one name who was known as an elite perimeter defender in the 1980s.

Fat Lever (1989) – 2.7 steals per game

Lafayette ‘Fat’ Lever established himself as one of the league’s best perimeter defenders during his 11-year career in the NBA. He never averaged less than 1.5 steals per game in any of his seasons, and his best output in that category came in the 1988-89 campaign. His 2.7 swipes per game ranked tied for fourth in the league alongside Clyde Drexler.

Fat Lever (1988) – 2.7 stea

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