History of Jeff Teague in Timeline
Jeff Teague is a former American professional basketball player who played in the NBA from 2009 to 2021 for five teams, most notably the Atlanta Hawks, where he played for seven seasons. He played college basketball at Wake Forest before being drafted 19th overall by the Hawks in 2009. Teague was an NBA All-Star in 2015 and won an NBA Championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021. Since retiring, he has worked as a regional scout for the Hawks and is currently the head coach for Pike High School.
1972: Pete Maravich's Scoring Record
In 1972-73, Pete Maravich recorded 12 20-point/10-assist games, setting the record for the franchise, which was later approached by Jeff Teague, Trae Young, and Eddie Johnson.
1984: Eddie Johnson's Scoring Record
In 1984-85, Eddie Johnson achieved 11 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
June 10, 1988: Jeffrey Demarco Teague Born
On June 10, 1988, Jeffrey Demarco Teague was born. He later became a professional basketball player.
2004: Chris Paul Last Wake Forest All-American
In 2004, Chris Paul was the last Wake Forest All-American before Jeff Teague achieved the same honor.
2004: Minnesota Clinches Playoff Berth Since 2004
In 2017, Jeff Teague helped Minnesota clinch their first winning season and playoff berth since 2004.
2006: Senior Year at Pike High School
In 2006, during his senior year at Pike High School, Jeff Teague averaged 22 points and 4 assists per game.
2007: Freshman Year at Wake Forest
In 2007, Jeff Teague began his college basketball career as a freshman at Wake Forest University.
2007: Ranked as a Top Recruit
In 2007, Jeff Teague was recognized as a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, ranking as the No. 9 point guard and No. 57 player in the nation.
2007: Mike Dunleavy Last Pacers Player to Start 82 Games
In 2007-08, Mike Dunleavy Jr. was the last Pacers player to start 82 games until Jeff Teague in 2016-17.
2008: Second on Team in Scoring
In 2008, Jeff Teague was second on the Wake Forest team in scoring, averaging 13.9 points per game as a freshman.
January 11, 2009: Career-High 34 Points
On January 11, 2009, Jeff Teague scored a career-high 34 points in a victory over North Carolina.
April 8, 2009: Declared for the NBA Draft
On April 8, 2009, Jeff Teague declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
July 20, 2009: Signed Rookie Contract with Hawks
On July 20, 2009, Jeff Teague signed his rookie scale contract with the Atlanta Hawks, officially joining the NBA.
2009: Drafted by Atlanta Hawks
In 2009, Jeff Teague was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks, marking the beginning of his NBA career.
2010: Second Year in the NBA
In the 2010-11 season, Jeff Teague averaged 5.2 points, 2.0 assists, and 1.5 rebounds in 13.8 minutes per game during his second year in the NBA.
March 12, 2011: Tied Career High of 24 Points
On March 12, 2011, Jeff Teague tied his career high of 24 points in a win against the Portland Trail Blazers.
2011: Father's Connection to Kyrie Irving
In 2011, Drederick Irving, the father of No. 1 draft pick Kyrie Irving, played with Jeff Teague's father, Shawn Teague, at Boston University.
2011: Started All 66 Games
In the 2011–12 season, Jeff Teague started all 66 games for the Atlanta Hawks, averaging 12.6 points, 4.9 assists, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.6 steals.
2012: Brother Drafted by Bulls
In 2012, Jeff Teague's brother, Marquis, who played point guard for the Kentucky Wildcats, was drafted by the Chicago Bulls.
2012: Career Highs
In 2012-13, Jeff Teague recorded career highs of 14.6 points and 7.2 assists, along with 2.3 rebounds and 1.5 steals, appearing in a team-high 80 games.
January 16, 2013: Career High 28 Points
On January 16, 2013, Jeff Teague scored a career-high 28 points in a 109–95 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
July 10, 2013: Offer Sheet from Bucks
On July 10, 2013, the Milwaukee Bucks extended a four-year, $32 million offer sheet to Jeff Teague.
December 26, 2013: Career-High 34 Points Against Cavaliers
On December 26, 2013, Jeff Teague scored a career-high 34 points in a double overtime win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
March 18, 2014: Tied Career-High Against Raptors
On March 18, 2014, Jeff Teague tied his career-high with 34 points in an overtime win against the Toronto Raptors.
January 29, 2015: First All-Star Selection
On January 29, 2015, Jeff Teague earned his first All-Star selection as a reserve for the Eastern Conference in the 2015 NBA All-Star Game.
2015: Minutes with Dennis Schroder
Early in the 2015-16 season, Jeff Teague began to compete for minutes with Dennis Schroder as his role started to diminish.
2015: NBA All-Star Appearance
In 2015, Jeff Teague made an appearance as an NBA All-Star, marking a significant achievement in his career.
February 1, 2016: Season-High 32 Points
On February 1, 2016, Jeff Teague scored a season-high 32 points and hit a career-high five three-pointers in a win against the Dallas Mavericks.
July 7, 2016: Traded to Indiana Pacers
On July 7, 2016, Jeff Teague was traded to his hometown team, the Indiana Pacers, in a three-team deal.
October 26, 2016: Pacers Debut
On October 26, 2016, Jeff Teague made his debut for the Indiana Pacers, recording 20 points and eight assists.
July 10, 2017: Signed with Timberwolves
On July 10, 2017, Jeff Teague signed a three-year, $57 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
December 27, 2017: Suffered MCL Sprain
On December 27, 2017, Jeff Teague suffered a Grade 1 MCL sprain in his left knee during a game against the Denver Nuggets.
2018: Bruised Left Knee
In the 2018-19 season, Jeff Teague missed six games early due to a bruised left knee.
2019: Trae Young Joins Hawks
In 2019-2020, Trae Young achieved 16 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
January 16, 2020: Traded Back to Atlanta Hawks
On January 16, 2020, Jeff Teague, along with Treveon Graham, was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Allen Crabbe.
November 30, 2020: Signed with Boston Celtics
On November 30, 2020, Jeff Teague signed with the Boston Celtics.
2020: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2019-2020, Trae Young achieved 16 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
March 25, 2021: Traded to Orlando Magic
On March 25, 2021, Jeff Teague was traded to the Orlando Magic, but was waived two days later.
April 1, 2021: Signed with Milwaukee Bucks
On April 1, 2021, Jeff Teague signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, reuniting with his former coach from Atlanta, Mike Budenholzer.
July 20, 2021: NBA Championship with Bucks
On July 20, 2021, Jeff Teague won his first NBA championship as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Phoenix Suns.
2021: NBA Championship and Retirement
In 2021, Jeff Teague won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks and retired from professional basketball.
2021: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2021-2022, Trae Young achieved 20 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
March 9, 2022: Hired as Regional Scout
On March 9, 2022, Jeff Teague was hired by the Atlanta Hawks as a regional scout, marking his return to the franchise.
2022: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2021-2022, Trae Young achieved 20 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
April 27, 2023: Head Coach of Pike High School
On April 27, 2023, Jeff Teague was announced as the new head coach of Pike High School, the same school he graduated from.
2023: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2022-2023, Trae Young achieved 11 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
2024: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2023-2024, Trae Young achieved 15 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
2025: Trae Young's Scoring Record
In 2024-2025, Trae Young achieved 22 20-point/10-assist games, approaching Pete Maravich's record in the franchise history.
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