Chalmers recorded 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four assists, two rebounds, and two steals in 25 minutes during Saturday's 103-89 win over the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers continues his strong and steady effort as the backup point guard behind Mike Conley, sharing playmaking duties in the second unit with Tyreke Evans. Through six contests, Chalmers is averaging 8.2 points, 3.5 assists, 2.0 rebounds, 1.0 steal, 1.0 three, and 0.2 blocks in 24.0 minutes per game.

Chalmers (ankle) will play Thursday against the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers was initially questionable for the contest due to a right ankle injury but the veteran point guard will take the court Thursday night. Chalmers has been averaging 8.5 points, 2.8 assists and 2.0 rebounds across 24.5 minutes per game so far this season as Mike Conley's main backup. Should his minutes be cut due to the injury, look for Andrew Harrison, Tyreke Evans and James Ennis to all potentially see extra time on the court.

Chalmers is questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks with a right ankle injury.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear when Chalmers picked up the ailment, but it may force him to miss his first game of the season. He's averaging 8.5 points, 2.8 assists and 2.0 rebounds across 24.5 minutes per game so far this season. His status should clear up closer to tip, but if he's unable to play, look for Andrew Harrison, Tyreke Evans and James Ennis to see some increased run.

Chalmers finished with 10 points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-8 FT), three assists, one rebound, one steal, and one block in 22 minutes during Saturday's 111-101 win over the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers struggled with his shot in Wednesday's regular season opener, but he bounced back with an efficient offensive effort on Saturday against the defending champions. Through two games, he is averaging 7.5 points, 3.5 assists, 1.5 rebounds, 0.5 steals, and 0.5 blocks in 24 minutes. For now, the veteran point guard is earning more than just Mike Conley's leftover playing time.

Chalmers contributed 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 21 minutes in Wednesday's 101-89 preseason loss to the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers continues to demonstrate that he's recovered from the Achilles injury that cost him all of last season, with Wednesday's scoring total representing his second highest of the Grizzlies' four preseason contests. The nine-year veteran has been able to provide a bit of everything during the exhibition slate and looks to be well on his way to a consistent role off the bench behind Mike Conley in the coming season.

Chalmers scored a team-high 19 points (7-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT) while adding two assists, a rebound and a block in 20 minutes off the bench during Monday's preseason win over the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran guard is trying to come back from an Achilles injury that cost him all of last year, so Chalmers' hot start to the preseason is a very encouraging sign. If he's healthy and hasn't lost a step, he could be the favorite to win the backup PG job in Memphis behind Mike Conley.

Coach David Fizdale said Thursday that Chalmers might have a big role this season, Ronald Tillery of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers missed the entire 2016-17 season with a torn Achilles, and still isn't necessarily guaranteed a final spot on the 15-man roster despite Fizdale's encouraging words Thursday. If he does make the team, however, he will battle against Andrew Harrison and Wade Baldwin during training camp for significant backup point guard minutes behind Mike Conley. Before tearing his Achilles, he averaged 9.0 points, 3.8 assists and 2.5 rebounds through eight seasons.

Chalmers is finalizing a one-year, partially guaranteed contract with the Grizzlies, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers was out of the NBA last season recovering from a torn Achilles, but is clearly back to full strength considering the Grizzlies are finalizing a deal with him. The fact that it's only partially guaranteed makes it essentially a training camp offer, so Chalmers will likely need to perform well during camp in order to make the team's final roster. If that does happen, Chalmers would likely have to battle with the likes of Andrew Harrison and Wade Baldwin for backup minutes behind Mike Conley at point guard.

Chalmers (Achilles) is still "not physically ready" to be cleared for a return to action, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chalmers' name was brought up regarding rumors surrounding the Grizzlies, a team he's had a previous relationship with and is currently in the market for a guard after Mike Conley went down for an extended absence with a back injury. However, according to MacMahon, Chalmers was excluded from that conversation due to needing more time in the recovery process, so it appears he's not a full-go quite yet. Chalmers was hoping to be cleared for full activity mid-November, but it looks as if that timeline could extend well into December. He'll look to latch on with a contender once back to 100 percent.

Chalmers (Achilles) expects to be cleared for full basketball activity later this week, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports. "Right now, I can pretty much do everything," Chalmers said. "I've been on the court the last two, three months just working on getting back. I'm back to sprinting, running and jumping."

EDGE Analysis

While playing with the Grizzlies last March, Chalmers suffered a ruptured right Achilles, a devastating injury that came at an unfortunate time with the point guard set to become a free agent this past summer. Though teams have expressed interest in bringing Chalmers aboard as veteran depth, the 30-year-old seems content to wait until he's fully healthy before potentially joining a playoff-contending team. Chalmers believes he'll be ready to play in NBA games by early December.