March Madness '09 Watchlist: Jeff Teague

Jeff Teague #0 of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons goes for a loose ball with Lance Thomas #42 of the Duke Blue Devils during their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium on February 22, 2009 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeff Teague;Lance Thomas (Getty Images)more pics » Career Stats
Heights
6'2''

Weight
180 lbs.

Per Game Averages
Points - 16.6
Assists - 3.0
Rebounds - 3.0
Free Throw Percentage: 81.7%

Jeff Teague is a sophomore point guard for Wake Forest University.

Strengths:
Teague knows how to use his speed and energy to put pressure on the defense and put the ball in play. Not afraid to use his size, this sophomore guard plays smart and uses his body to shield defenders, pair this with his consistent ability to change his speed and direction, making him unpredictable and hard to defend. Teague has good vision on the court.

Weaknesses:
Despite his level head, Teague is prone to turn overs, and although you can rely on him to bring the ball up with speed, he's not much of a playmaker. His defensive game needs help, and at times he seems like he puts in little effort defensively. Still, all these things can be improved on over time.

Why to Watch:
Although Teague has a tendency to make quick shots and often looks like he's scrambling to make a play, more than not his effort pays off. His persistence, determination and intensity on the court are something to be admired, and although he's only in his sophomore year, and can obviously use a little more experience, he plays an awesome game.

Most likely he will go into the draft in 2009, he's had an outstanding Sophomore season and would most likely go in the first round. Still, a junior year at Wake Forest couldn't hurt.

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