Jeff Teague, a familiar name in the basketball world, has transitioned from a successful NBA career to a new role as the coach of the Pike High School boys basketball team. In a recent interview with 13Sports director Dave Calabro, Teague opened up about his journey in the NBA and his aspirations for his coaching career.
A native of Indianapolis and a graduate of Pike High School, Teague’s basketball journey began long before his NBA days. After a standout collegiate career at Wake Forest University, Teague was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2009 NBA Draft. Over the course of his NBA career, Teague made a name for himself as a talented point guard, earning an NBA All-Star nod in 2015 and winning a championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021.
Now, Teague is back in his hometown, ready to give back to the community that supported him throughout his basketball journey. As the new coach of the Pike High School boys basketball team, Teague is eager to share his wealth of knowledge and experience with the next generation of players.
In his conversation with Dave Calabro, Teague discussed his motivations for taking on the role of coach and his aspirations for the Pike High School basketball program. He emphasized the importance of hard work, discipline, and perseverance, traits that served him well during his NBA career and that he hopes to instill in his players.
Teague’s ultimate goal is to lead the Pike High School boys basketball team to a state championship, but he also wants to inspire his players to dream big and pursue their goals both on and off the court. Drawing from his own experiences as a player, Teague hopes to mentor and guide his players, helping them develop not only as athletes but as young men.
As Teague embarks on this new chapter in his basketball journey, he remains grateful for the opportunities that the sport has afforded him. With his passion for the game and his dedication to his players, Jeff Teague is poised to make a lasting impact as the coach of the Pike High School boys basketball team.
