Chapter 166: Fame Attracts Trouble.
Han Sen played the entire first quarter, scoring 20 points, a personal best for points in a single quarter, while also effectively containing Kyrie Irving.
With Jamison struggling under Faried's tight defense, the Grizzlies turned the first quarter around after initially trailing, closing with a double-digit lead over the Cavaliers.
Though the game seemed settled, the Cavaliers managed to keep the score close at the start of the second quarter.
Thompson's tough defense and offensive rebounding, along with the improved Cunningham and perimeter threat Ramon Sessions, made the Cavaliers' bench surprisingly effective.
Han Sen returned with six minutes left in the second quarter and continued his strong play, adding another 8 points to reach 28 by halftime.
The Grizzlies led the Cavaliers 55-42.
The Cavaliers were still in it, but that changed in the third quarter.
After halftime, Irving opened with a three-pointer, sparking a Cavaliers' rally. However, the Grizzlies responded with a 15-3 run.
Han Sen contributed a three-pointer, two mid-range shots, and two assists during this stretch. With two minutes left in the third quarter, Han was subbed out for a break.
The LED screen displayed his stats for the night: 15-for-22 field goals, 2-for-4 from three, 7-for-8 free throws, totaling 41 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals.
Last season, in his first return to Cleveland, Han set his career-high of 43 points; this season, he had already reached 40+ in three quarters.