The NBA finals are here!

Suns x Celtics

The Phoenix Suns and Boston Celtics meet in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1976.

The Suns are making their third NBA Finals appearance in the past four years, while the Celtics are back for the first time since 2010.

These two teams have been on a collision course all season long. The Suns finished the regular season with the best record in the league, while the Celtics were the second seed in the Eastern Conference.

Both teams have also been impressive in the playoffs. The Suns have not lost a single game at home, while the Celtics have only lost one game on the road.

The series is sure to be a close one. The Suns have the home-court advantage, but the Celtics have more experience in the Finals.

Here is a look at the key matchups in the series:

Devin Booker vs. Jayson Tatum

Booker is the Suns' leading scorer and playmaker. He is averaging 26.8 points per game in the playoffs. Tatum is the Celtics' leading scorer and rebounder. He is averaging 27.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per game in the playoffs.

Chris Paul vs. Marcus Smart

Paul is the Suns' point guard and leader. He is averaging 14.7 points and 10.8 assists per game in the playoffs. Smart is the Celtics' point guard and defensive stalwart. He is averaging 12.4 points and 5.9 assists per game in the playoffs.

Deandre Ayton vs. Robert Williams

Ayton is the Suns' center and defensive anchor. He is averaging 17.2 points and 11.2 rebounds per game in the playoffs. Williams is the Celtics' center and defensive enforcer. He is averaging 8.0 points and 7.6 rebounds per game in the playoffs.

The NBA Finals are set to begin on Thursday, June 2. Game 1 will be played in Phoenix.