Comparing Derrick Rose and Jeff Teague Head to Head
Few NBA comparisons generate more debate than Derrick Rose vs Jeff Teague. The numbers reveal a genuinely competitive matchup — Jeff Teague takes 4 categories while Derrick Rose claims 3, making this one of the closer head to head comparisons at the PG position. Every statistical category matters in a matchup this tight.
Jeff Teague's Steals Per Game of 1.1 compared to Derrick Rose's 0.7 represents a 57.1% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Jeff Teague's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Free Throw %, where Derrick Rose posts 83.1% against Jeff Teague's 84.4% — a gap of just 1.6%. Derrick Rose can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 4-3 tally suggests. In any debate, Free Throw % is the statistical ammunition for the Derrick Rose side.
In NBA history, backcourt players are judged on their ability to create offense for themselves and teammates alike. Points per game captures scoring but assists and efficiency metrics reveal the complete offensive picture.
The verdict favors Jeff Teague — 4 categories to 3 — but Derrick Rose makes this far from a one-sided debate. Anyone building the case for Derrick Rose has real statistical ammunition particularly in Free Throw % where the gap narrows to just 1.6%. The numbers have spoken, but the argument will continue.
Who is better, Derrick Rose or Jeff Teague?
Jeff Teague holds the statistical edge, winning 4 of 7 categories in this career comparison. Jeff Teague's Steals Per Game of 1.1 versus Derrick Rose's 0.7 is the most decisive factor — a 57.1% difference.
How do Derrick Rose and Jeff Teague compare in Steals Per Game?
Derrick Rose career Steals Per Game: 0.7. Jeff Teague career Steals Per Game: 1.1. Jeff Teague leads by 57.1% — dramatically ahead in this key PG metric.
Who had the better overall career, Derrick Rose or Jeff Teague?
Based on career statistics, Jeff Teague edges Derrick Rose 4-3 across key categories. Jeff Teague's Steals Per Game of 1.1 leads Derrick Rose's 0.7 by 57.1%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
