Mario Chalmers wants to test Tony Parker's ankle in Game 1
San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker's left ankle has been heavily discussed in the lead up to Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and Miami Heat point guard Mario Chalmers took notice.
He plans to test that injured left ankle early.
“Just push him, see how he reacts to his ankle or whatever it is, and just go from there,” Chalmers said, via NBA.com.
Chalmers recognizes how vital Parker's importance is to the Spurs.
“He’s the key to their team,” Chalmers said. “When he gets going he gets the whole team going. So my main focus is just try to limit his easy looks, apply as much pressure to him as I can and make him work at both ends.
“He plays at his own pace, that’s the main thing about Tony. He’s never rushed, he takes his time. He’s fast, but a lot of people don’t respect his fast. That’s one thing we’ve got to do, and he’s a great finisher.”
Parker averaged 15.7 points and 6.4 assists in the finals last season.