Trae Young on Teammates Jeff Teague, His NBA Journey, and Respect

First Impressions of Jeff Teague

• 💡 Jeff Teague first noticed Trae Young in high school, impressed by his skills and competitive drive, especially his ability to drive past defenders and shoot from half-court.
• 🎯 Teague recalls watching Trae at Oklahoma and being surprised by his unconventional playstyle, thinking, "He's playing differently."
• 🤝 Upon Trae Young joining the Atlanta Hawks, Jeff Teague was excited to become teammates, noting Trae's immediate impact and standout rookie year.

Trae Young's NBA Adjustment and Growth

• 🚀 Trae Young felt he needed time to adjust to the NBA, despite putting up strong numbers as a rookie.
• 📈 He believes his second year, where he averaged 29 points and 9 assists, showed his true potential, though he acknowledges his scoring has decreased in subsequent years due to team dynamics.
• 🏀 Young highlights his floater as a particularly consistent and effective shot, often overlooked in favor of his long-range shooting.

Teammate Dynamics and Veteran Presence

• 🌟 When Jeff Teague joined the Hawks, Trae Young, then a star, was eager to learn from him, appreciating Teague's laid-back and chill demeanor.
• 🤝 Young saw Teague as a valuable veteran who could offer advice and support, even if not playing significant minutes.
• 🗣️ Teague, joining the Hawks at a different stage of his career, wanted to support Trae, emphasizing he had no