Teague undeterred by trade talk

The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 18.

Name a team and it has probably been publically linked to having inquired about Jeff Teague – the Knicks, Celtics, Pacers, 76ers to list the latest.

The Hawks are not actively trying to trade Teague, according to people familiar with the situation. However, it’s the trade deadline and they will listen to any and all offers. Teague is one of the big names being mentioned for several reasons.

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But Atlanta's point guard does not want anything to do with a question about his recent solid play for fear it would insinuate it had something to do with trade rumors he simply can’t escape.

Instead, Teague just chuckles.