ATHENS — Point guard Jeff Teague has wasted no time in asserting his authority with the Atlanta Hawks. It hasn't been a natural transition for the soft-spoken Teague, but he knows the team needs more vocal leadership on offense. And Teague is ready to take on more responsibility after signing a new four-year, $32 million contract in July.
PG Jeff Teague ready to become leader for Hawks
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