Kyt Jimenez leads all players in steals in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) with an average of 3.6 steals per game. While his offensive production declined given his diminished role with the General Santos Warriors compared to his star player status with the Sarangani Marlins last season, Kyt Jimenez is making a niche with the Warriors as one of the team's defensive specialist.
Jeckster Apinan of the Batangas Embassy Chill trails Kyt Jimenez at second place with his own average of 3.0 steals per outing. Kris Torrado of the Bataan Risers occupies third place with 2.6 steals per outing.
At fourth (4th) place is MPBL rookie James Kwekuteye of the Bacoor City Strikers with 2.5 steals per match. He is closely followed by James Martinez of the Bicol Volcanoes with 2.3 steals per game.
Jaycee Marcelino of the Zamboanga Family's Brand Sardines is also a gem at the defensive end with his own output of 2.2 steals per night. Levi Dela Cruz of the Bulacan Kuyas is also part of the top 10 with 2.1 steals per outing. Sherwin Concepcion of the Oriental Mindoro Disiplinados and Kenny Rocacurva of the Pasic MCW Sports complete the top 10 with an equal average of 2.0 steals per game.