We almost got a new matchup in The Finals, but the Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets combined to shoot 14-for-83 from 3-point range at home in their Game 7s, unable to knock off the defending champs in their respective conferences.

So its the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors for a fourth straight year. Kyrie Irving is gone, but we still have Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant against LeBron James and Kevin Love. The Cavs have a handful of guys who have never been here before, and it will be the Finals debut for Nick Young.

Both teams needed to win on the road in Game 7 of the conference finals. The Warriors are the defending champs and the heavy favorite. The Cavs, of course, have the best player in the world, who is looking stronger than ever. But he's going to need some help.

Here are some statistical notes to get you ready for The Finals, with links to let you dive in and explore more. Game 1 is Thursday at 9 p.m. ET on ABC.

Pace = Possessions per 48 minutes

OffRtg = Points scored per 100 possessions

DefRtg = Points allowed per 100 possessions

NetRtg = Point differential per 100 possessions