Jeff Teague disagrees with Monta Ellis’ comments about Steph Curry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Former NBA player Monta Ellis claimed that the Golden State Warriors would have achieved similar success without Steph Curry. Jeff Teague, Ellis’ former teammate on the Indiana Pacers, expressed skepticism during a podcast, stating that Ellis was never better than Curry. Teague suggested that if another player, like Damian Lillard, had replaced Curry, the Warriors might have seen the same success. Curry is renowned for his shooting ability and has become a significant figure in NBA history, leading the Warriors to four championships and winning two MVP awards. Ellis, while a skilled player, has never made an All-Star team and had lesser accolades compared to Curry.
- •Monta Ellis claimed Warriors would succeed without Steph Curry.
- •Jeff Teague disagreed, linking success to Curry's unique ability.
- •Teague mentioned Damian Lillard could fit the role instead.
- •Curry has led the Warriors to four championships and two MVPs.
- •Ellis averaged 17.8 points over his 12-year NBA career.
- 3:38 AMYahoo Sports — Former NBA player throws Monta Ellis under the bus for ridiculous Steph Curry claim
"Jeff Teague had the same reaction that probably every person on the planet had upon hearing Monta Ellis’ claim. Ellis, the former high-scoring Golden State Warriors guard, controversially declared on...
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