Dwight Howard has recorded the most rebounds in the NBA since 2000 with 14,627. Tim Duncan ranks second with 13,543, Kevin Garnett is third with 12,268, LeBron James is fourth with 12,095 and Andre Drummond completes the top five with 11,513.
This leaderboard covers rebounds recorded from the beginning of the 1999-00 NBA season through the completed 2025-26 season. “Since 2000” refers to the season that ended in 2000 rather than a January 1 calendar cutoff.
The seven graphics rank the 26 players with at least 8,100 rebounds, while the complete table extends the same regular-season leaderboard to the top 50. Offensive and defensive rebounds are combined, while playoff, Play-In Tournament, preseason, All-Star and international rebounds are excluded. This is a ranking of cumulative volume, not a subjective list of the most skilled rebounders.
Quick answer: Dwight Howard leads with 14,627 rebounds since 1999-00, followed by Tim Duncan at 13,543, Kevin Garnett at 12,268, LeBron James at 12,095 and Andre Drummond at 11,513.
How This NBA Rebounding Leaderboard Works
The ranking uses regular-season rebounds from 1999-00 through 2025-26. It is not adjusted for games played, minutes, pace, position, rebound chances, box-outs or contested-rebound percentage.
Career totals favour players who combined strong rebound rates with major minutes and long availability. The seven graphic ranges begin at 8,100 rebounds and increase by 1,000 until Tier 1 at 14,000-plus.
What Counts as a Rebound?
Both offensive and defensive rebounds credited to an individual player count. Team rebounds that are not assigned to a player do not enter an individual career total.
Playoff rebounds are excluded. The leaderboard also does not credit a player for boxing out while a teammate collects the ball, nor does it distinguish between contested and uncontested rebounds.
How the 1999-00 Cutoff Changes Career Totals
Most players in the top 50 debuted during or after 1999-00 and therefore receive their complete regular-season career totals. Nine players began earlier and lose rebounds recorded before the selected period.
| Player | Official Career Rebounds | Pre-Cutoff Rebounds Removed | Rebounds Used Here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Duncan | 15,091 | 1,548 | 13,543 |
| Kevin Garnett | 14,662 | 2,394 | 12,268 |
| Dirk Nowitzki | 11,489 | 162 | 11,327 |
| Ben Wallace | 10,482 | 766 | 9,716 |
| Marcus Camby | 9,513 | 1,113 | 8,400 |
| Antawn Jamison | 8,157 | 301 | 7,856 |
| Shaquille O’Neal | 13,099 | 5,537 | 7,562 |
| Paul Pierce | 7,527 | 309 | 7,218 |
| Jermaine O’Neal | 7,261 | 422 | 6,839 |
Tier 7: 8,100-8,999 Rebounds
#26 Carlos Boozer — 8,192 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time All-Star and dependable double-double power forward.
Boozer won rebounds with strength, early positioning and strong hands rather than above-the-rim athleticism. His total reflects a long stretch of reliable frontcourt production across several teams.
#25 Kevin Durant — 8,254 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Elite scorer whose size, reach and longevity also produced more than 8,000 rebounds.
Durant was rarely asked to function as a traditional interior rebounder, yet his height and length made him a steady presence on the defensive glass. The total is impressive precisely because rebounding was never the central responsibility of his game.
#24 Marcus Camby — 8,400 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Defensive Player of the Year, rebounding champion and elite rim protector.
Camby’s official career total is 9,513, but 1,113 rebounds from his first three seasons are removed by the 1999-00 cutoff. His mobility allowed him to contest shots and still recover outside his immediate area for rebounds.
#23 Anthony Davis — 8,637 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Championship big man with elite length, timing and mobility.
Davis can control either backboard when healthy, securing defensive rebounds above traffic and creating second chances with his reach and quick second jump. Injuries have limited the cumulative total more than his rebounding ability.
#22 LaMarcus Aldridge — 8,736 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Seven-time All-Star and steady long-term defensive rebounder.
Aldridge’s placement was built through consistency rather than a single rebounding peak. He remained dependable on the glass while carrying a major scoring role from the post and midrange.
#21 Giannis Antetokounmpo — 8,882 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time MVP, NBA champion and elite grab-and-go rebounder.
Giannis can collect the ball above traffic and immediately become the transition ball-handler. That ability makes his rebounds more valuable than the raw total alone suggests.
#20 Nikola Jokić — 8,977 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Three-time MVP, NBA champion and 2025-26 rebounding leader at 12.9 per game.
Jokić relies on anticipation, leverage and elite hands rather than vertical explosion. His outlet passing also turns defensive rebounds into immediate scoring chances before opponents can organize.
Tier 6: 9,000-9,999 Rebounds
#19 Russell Westbrook — 9,025 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: The highest-ranked guard and four-time triple-double season leader.
Westbrook is the only guard above 9,000 rebounds on this leaderboard. His speed allowed him to secure defensive boards and instantly apply pressure in transition without waiting for an outlet pass.
#18 Elton Brand — 9,040 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time All-Star and 1999-00 Rookie of the Year.
Brand’s entire career fits inside the selected period. He used strength, long arms and early positioning to remain productive on the glass even after a major Achilles injury changed his athletic profile.
#17 Jonas Valančiūnas — 9,052 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: One of the era’s strongest per-minute rebounders.
Valančiūnas built his total through size, strong hands and consistent interior positioning. Even as his role shifted toward the bench, his rebound rate remained productive.
#16 Al Horford — 9,162 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Five-time All-Star, NBA champion and adaptable frontcourt anchor.
Horford accumulated rebounds through longevity and discipline rather than chasing the ball outside the team structure. His passing, shooting and defense kept him on the floor deep into his career.
#15 Kevin Love — 9,712 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Rebounding champion, five-time All-Star and NBA champion.
Love’s Minnesota peak featured elite rebound rates, and his outlet passing made defensive boards especially valuable. He sits only four rebounds behind Ben Wallace.
#14 Ben Wallace — 9,716 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Four-time Defensive Player of the Year, two-time rebounding champion and NBA champion.
Wallace’s official career total is 10,482, but 766 rebounds from his first three seasons fall before the cutoff. Strength, timing and second effort helped him dominate the glass despite being undersized at center.
Tier 5: 10,000-10,999 Rebounds
#13 Shawn Marion — 10,101 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Four-time All-Star, NBA champion and positional rebounding outlier.
Marion crossed 10,000 rebounds while spending much of his career at forward. His quick jump, anticipation and defensive range allowed him to collect boards against larger opponents.
#12 Zach Randolph — 10,208 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time All-Star and defining member of Memphis’ Grit and Grind era.
Randolph played below the rim but created space early with strength and leverage. His rebounding and post scoring reinforced the physical identity of Memphis’ best teams.
#11 Tyson Chandler — 10,467 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: NBA champion, Defensive Player of the Year and one-time All-Star.
Chandler developed from an athletic project into a dependable defensive anchor. His rebounding, screening and rim protection were central to Dallas’ 2011 championship run.
#10 Rudy Gobert — 10,572 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Four-time Defensive Player of the Year, three-time All-Star and rebounding champion.
Gobert’s rebounding is directly connected to his rim protection. He can challenge a shot, recover and still finish the possession, while his career rebound percentage confirms that the total is not merely a longevity product.
#9 Nikola Vučević — 10,707 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time All-Star and durable double-double center.
Vučević accumulated rebounds through availability, positioning and clean two-handed finishes. His scoring and passing kept him in large roles across more than 1,000 games.
#8 DeAndre Jordan — 10,861 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Two-time rebounding champion, one-time All-Star and three-time All-NBA selection.
Jordan’s peak combined elite vertical reach with one of the best rebound percentages of the era. Reduced late-career roles limited annual volume, but his per-minute work remained strong.
Tier 4: 11,000-11,999 Rebounds
#7 Pau Gasol — 11,305 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Six-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion.
Gasol’s complete career total falls within the period because he entered the NBA in 2001-02. He used length, touch and positioning rather than overwhelming force, then frequently turned rebounds into organized offense with accurate outlet passes.
#6 Dirk Nowitzki — 11,327 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: NBA champion, MVP and Finals MVP with 21 seasons of production.
Nowitzki’s official career total is 11,489, with 162 rebounds from his 1998-99 rookie season excluded. His placement reflects frontcourt responsibility and extraordinary longevity more than an elite rebound rate.
#5 Andre Drummond — 11,513 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Four-time rebounding champion and the NBA’s career leader in total rebound percentage.
Drummond’s quick second jump, anticipation and ability to track misses made him the era’s strongest pure rebound specialist. He remained effective in reduced roles, averaging 8.4 rebounds in 2025-26.
Tier 3: 12,000-12,999 Rebounds
#4 LeBron James — 12,095 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: The highest-ranked perimeter-oriented player and only non-big above 12,000.
LeBron’s strength allows him to rebound through contact, while his vision turns the defensive board into the first pass or dribble of transition. The total is remarkable beside his historic scoring and assist workload.
#3 Kevin Garnett — 12,268 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: NBA champion, MVP and Defensive Player of the Year.
Garnett’s official career total is 14,662, but 2,394 rebounds from his first four seasons are excluded. His mobility allowed him to contest away from the rim, recover to the glass and push the ball himself.
Tier 2: 13,000-13,999 Rebounds
#2 Tim Duncan — 13,543 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Five-time NBA champion, two-time MVP and elite defensive rebounder.
Duncan’s official career total is 15,091, with 1,548 from his first two seasons removed. He rarely chased boards outside San Antonio’s structure, instead establishing position and consistently ending possessions.
Tier 1: 14,000+ Rebounds
#1 Dwight Howard — 14,627 Rebounds
Rebounding résumé: Five-time rebounding champion, eight-time All-Star, three-time Defensive Player of the Year and NBA champion.
Howard is the only player above 14,000 during the selected period. His combination of strength, vertical athleticism and positioning produced one of the strongest rebounding peaks of the modern era, and he leads Duncan by 1,084.
Biggest Takeaways
Dwight Howard Owns a Clear Lead
Howard leads Duncan by 1,084 rebounds and is the only player above 14,000 during the selected period.
LeBron James Is the Perimeter Outlier
LeBron ranks fourth while carrying historic scoring and passing responsibilities. Shawn Marion and Russell Westbrook are the other major non-center outliers.
Andre Drummond’s Placement Is Supported by Rate and Volume
Drummond owns the highest career total rebound percentage in NBA history and remained productive after moving into reserve roles.
Jokić Won the 2025-26 Per-Game Rebounding Title
Jokić led qualified players at 12.9 rebounds per game. Donovan Clingan collected the most total rebounds during the season with 892, illustrating the difference between rate and season volume.
Russell Westbrook Has a Historic Guard Total
Westbrook is the only guard above 9,000 rebounds on this list.
Career Rebounds and Rebounding Skill Are Different Questions
Total rebounds reward minutes, role and longevity. Rebounds per game, rebound percentage, contested boards and box-out responsibilities can produce a different ranking.
Complete Top 50 NBA Rebounds Since 2000 Table
The seven graphics and individual write-ups cover the 26 players with at least 8,100 rebounds. This table extends the same career leaderboard to the top 50. Players ranked 27 through 50 fall below the Tier 7 cutoff and therefore do not receive a graphic tier.
| Rank | Player | Rebounds | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dwight Howard | 14,627 | Tier 1 |
| 2 | Tim Duncan | 13,543 | Tier 2 |
| 3 | Kevin Garnett | 12,268 | Tier 3 |
| 4 | LeBron James | 12,095 | Tier 3 |
| 5 | Andre Drummond | 11,513 | Tier 4 |
| 6 | Dirk Nowitzki | 11,327 | Tier 4 |
| 7 | Pau Gasol | 11,305 | Tier 4 |
| 8 | DeAndre Jordan | 10,861 | Tier 5 |
| 9 | Nikola Vučević | 10,707 | Tier 5 |
| 10 | Rudy Gobert | 10,572 | Tier 5 |
| 11 | Tyson Chandler | 10,467 | Tier 5 |
| 12 | Zach Randolph | 10,208 | Tier 5 |
| 13 | Shawn Marion | 10,101 | Tier 5 |
| 14 | Ben Wallace | 9,716 | Tier 6 |
| 15 | Kevin Love | 9,712 | Tier 6 |
| 16 | Al Horford | 9,162 | Tier 6 |
| 17 | Jonas Valančiūnas | 9,052 | Tier 6 |
| 18 | Elton Brand | 9,040 | Tier 6 |
| 19 | Russell Westbrook | 9,025 | Tier 6 |
| 20 | Nikola Jokić | 8,977 | Tier 7 |
| 21 | Giannis Antetokounmpo | 8,882 | Tier 7 |
| 22 | LaMarcus Aldridge | 8,736 | Tier 7 |
| 23 | Anthony Davis | 8,637 | Tier 7 |
| 24 | Marcus Camby | 8,400 | Tier 7 |
| 25 | Kevin Durant | 8,254 | Tier 7 |
| 26 | Carlos Boozer | 8,192 | Tier 7 |
| 27 | Lamar Odom | 8,059 | — |
| 28 | Karl-Anthony Towns | 8,025 | — |
| 29 | Antawn Jamison | 7,856 | — |
| 30 | Carmelo Anthony | 7,808 | — |
| 31 | Al Jefferson | 7,690 | — |
| 32 | Paul Millsap | 7,673 | — |
| 33 | Chris Bosh | 7,592 | — |
| 34 | Shaquille O’Neal | 7,562 | — |
| 35 | Clint Capela | 7,330 | — |
| 36 | David Lee | 7,320 | — |
| 37 | Paul Pierce | 7,218 | — |
| 38 | Domantas Sabonis | 7,096 | — |
| 39 | Julius Randle | 7,023 | — |
| 40 | Brook Lopez | 7,010 | — |
| 41 | Samuel Dalembert | 6,942 | — |
| 42 | Jermaine O’Neal | 6,839 | — |
| 43 | James Harden | 6,809 | — |
| 44 | DeMarcus Cousins | 6,664 | — |
| 45 | Josh Smith | 6,653 | — |
| 46 | Amar’e Stoudemire | 6,632 | — |
| 47 | Thaddeus Young | 6,614 | — |
| 48 | Marc Gasol | 6,604 | — |
| 49 | David West | 6,590 | — |
| 50 | Serge Ibaka | 6,513 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the most rebounds in the NBA since 2000?
Dwight Howard leads with 14,627 regular-season rebounds from 1999-00 through 2025-26.
Who ranks second?
Tim Duncan ranks second with 13,543 rebounds during the selected period.
Why is Tim Duncan shown with 13,543 instead of 15,091?
The leaderboard begins with 1999-00, so 1,548 rebounds from Duncan’s first two seasons are excluded.
Which guard has the most rebounds on the list?
Russell Westbrook is the highest-ranked guard with 9,025. LeBron James ranks higher overall but is generally classified as a forward.
Which player active during 2025-26 had the most career rebounds?
LeBron James led players active during 2025-26 with 12,095, followed by Andre Drummond with 11,513.
Who ranks 50th in rebounds since 2000?
Serge Ibaka ranks 50th with 6,513 regular-season rebounds from 1999-00 through 2025-26.
Are playoff rebounds included?
No. This leaderboard uses regular-season rebounds only.
Do offensive and defensive rebounds both count?
Yes. Total rebounds combine offensive and defensive rebounds credited to the player.
Sources and Data Notes
Career totals and the top-50 order were checked against the NBA’s official regular-season leaders
For players who debuted before 1999-00, rebounds from earlier seasons were subtracted from their official career totals. The attached top-50 data supplied for this revision listed single-season rebound performances, so it was not used as the career leaderboard.
Period covered: 1999-00 through 2025-26
Statistic: Regular-season total rebounds
Last reviewed: July 22, 2026
Conclusion
Dwight Howard leads the most rebounds in the NBA since 2000 leaderboard with 14,627. Tim Duncan stands alone above 13,000, while Kevin Garnett and LeBron James form the 12,000-rebound tier.
The deeper groups show different paths to career volume. Drummond and Jordan paired elite rates with years of frontcourt responsibility. Nowitzki, Gasol and Horford accumulated rebounds through longevity and positional discipline. Westbrook and Marion produced totals rarely seen from perimeter-oriented players.
The date restriction remains essential. Nine players in the top 50 lose early-career production because the leaderboard begins with 1999-00 rather than using standard full-career totals. The expanded table runs through Serge Ibaka at No. 50 with 6,513 rebounds.
