In a lot of ways Jeff Teague came out of nowhere this season, helping the Atlanta Hawks stay relevant in the Eastern Conference without Joe Johnson.
Teague is averaging 14.6 points, seven assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game this season.
His points and assists per game are significantly up this season, even though he's averaging the exact same 33.1 minutes per game that he was last season.
With a playoff appearance all but sealed up for the sixth-straight season, it's clear to see that Teague is an integral and valuable player to the Atlanta Hawks' success.
The problem is that his current value to the Hawks is masked by the play of both Josh Smith, who's averaging 17.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 4.3 assists, and Al Horford, who's averaging 17.4 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.
While most Hawks' fans realize Teague's value, understanding the situation Atlanta will be in during free agency this summer puts his value into an even clearer picture.
With the history surrounding Josh Smith's relationship with the Hawks, and their undeniable interest in trying to trade him, it's all but certain that he's ...
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How Much Is Jeff Teague Worth to Atlanta Hawks?
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