As if on cue, the Wizards and Cavaliers were at each other's throats early.

With 3:20 left in the first quarter, James was fouled on a baseline drive by Songaila, whose left forearm caught James on the chin. Songaila was assessed a technical foul for the latest rough foul of the series.

James refused to comment on the play, perhaps not wanting to give the Wizards any more motivation than they already have.

Following Game 4, James said he didn't think the Wizards could come back.

He hasn't changed his mind.

"We're still up 3-2," he said.

Notes: Only eight of 174 teams have overcome 3-1 deficits to win. ... James added 10 rebounds and seven assists, becoming the first player to score at least 34 points with 10 rebounds and seven assists in two straight playoff games since Larry Bird in 1984. ... Cavs F Sasha Pavlovic, sidelined since April 16 with a sprained left ankle, was active but didn't play. Arenas sat on the bench in street clothes, cheering on every miss and make by his teammates.