Jeff Teague, a former NBA guard, is now a podcast personality on Club 520 and has quickly become well-known for his hot takes rather than his jump shot. A recent comment could have crossed the line in the eyes of women’s basketball royalty.
Teague dismissed Indiana Fever All-Star guard Caitlin Clark’s historic rise to stardom while discussing her temporary sideline due to a groin injury.
“She good, but she not that good,” Teague said.
The comment was confusing, not only among fans. Nancy Lieberman, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame, responded with a sharp rebuttal and refused to allow the former NBA guard to rewrite the narrative about Clark without examining its truth.
Nancy Lieberman Defends Clark, Puts Teague’s Career in Perspective
On the 3s and Ones podcast, Lieberman addressed Teague for his remarks, making a clear distinction between Clark’s transcendent talent and Teague’s satisfactory NBA run.
“Jeff, I love you. You weren’t a great player. You were serviceable,” Lieberman stated bluntly. “I know you made the All-Star team one time. So I’m sorry—if we’re gonna be honest—I’m happy for your career.”
Nancy wants all the smoke!!Teague vs Caitlin 1v1? New episode out today @3sandones pic.twitter.com/4rAfBZhk6j
— BIG3 (@thebig3) August 6, 2025
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The credentials of Lieberman are sufficient to challenge Teague’s take. She guided Old Dominion to two national championships, received a silver medal from Team USA in 1976, and became the first female coach of a men’s basketball team. Her inclusion in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1996 makes her one of the most respected voices in the sport.
Caitlin Clark’s Impact Already Outshines Teague’s Career
Examining the statistics and legacy.
Caitlin Clark had high expectations when she entered the WNBA, and she has probably exceeded them. Her first season as the NCAA’s top scorer has been marked by headline-grabbing performances, game-changing assists, and a significant increase in league visibility. Clark is leading the way in women’s basketball, from jersey sales to arenas that are sold out.
Compare that to Teague, an NBA player who was solid but not spectacular, who averaged 12.2 points and 5.6 assists in his 12-season career. While his 2015 All-Star appearance with the Atlanta Hawks is a career highlight, Clark’s cultural or statistical impact in Year One is far more significant.
Teague Responds & Shifts Focus to Lieberman’s Son
Teague didn’t respond directly to Lieberman, but rather with a semi-humorous jab on social media that targeted Lieberman’s son, T.J. Cline, who is part of the Big3 league coached by Lieberman.
“lol you got it og. I ain’t gone fry [diss] you. Just said I think she’s good [Clark], not great…. I think Kelsey [Mitchell] is better that’s all but i’m serviceable that’s kind of true my career was. Kind of like your sons in the big 3; only thing was my mom didn’t draft me nah i’m joking s/o [shotout] to y’all.”
Nancy Lieberman responding to Jeff Teague saying Jeff Teague’s Caitlin Clark comment:
“I love you but you weren’t a great player Jeff. You were serviceable.”
Jeff Teague then responded to Nancy Lieberman in the IG comments:
“My career was kind of like your son in the big 3… pic.twitter.com/rKCIObtYk4
— Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod 🇸🇴 (@big_business_) August 6, 2025
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Teague attempted to ease the blow with humor, but the change in tone appeared more like damage control than conviction. Fans and analysts alike quickly recognized the irony of a “serviceable’ NBA player critiquing one of the most influential rookies in WNBA history.
Nancy Lieberman emerges victorious in the battle of legacy, insight, and impact in this round.
Teague and the public were reminded that greatness cannot be measured solely by an All-Star appearance or catchy soundbite by her pointed and professional response.
Hall of Famers who know precisely what greatness looks like are echoing Caitlin Clark’s game message.
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