LeBron opens game four with monster dunk

Cleveland superstar LeBron James signalled his intentions early in game four of the Cavaliers' playoff series against Atlanta by driving home a thunderous dunk.

James, who had 37 points, 18 rebounds, 13 assists and three steals in game three, sank the one-handed slam after claiming yet another steal in the opening minutes of game four.

It appeared to set the scene for the Cavaliers, who went on to claim a strong lead in their pursuit of a fourth consecutive victory needed to seal a spot in the Championship series.

LeBron's Aussie teammate Matthew Dellavadova received a standing ovation as he joined the game midway through the opening quarter and almost immediately drew a foul.