LiontipsVegas vs Colorado. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 29, 2021).
Command Analysis
Vegas are in great form, which allows them to consistently earn points. The winning streak reached nine games, and only in one of those the team had experienced problems. The Golden Knights barely beat San Jose in the first match (3-2 B), but in the return game, the Sharks had no chances to win, and Peter DeBoer's men defeated the opponent 5:2. The best player was striker Marchessault, who gave two assists and scored a double.
The Knights played most of their games away, but the team retained excellent statistics of home games - only three defeats out of 13.
Colorado ended their winning streak, which had reached five matches. The team an away game against St. Louis (3:5). Goaltender Dubnik had shown a mediocre result, blocking only 84% of the shots. In the return match, the Avalanche couldn't avange themselves and suffered yet another defeat (1:4). This time the goal was tended by Johansson, who also gave a terrible performance.
Before that, the Avalanche had no problems away for a long time - only one defeat in six games. Colorado continues to rank second in the Western Division, four points behind Vegas.
Trends
СтавкаPacioretty's total over 0.5
Vegas striker Pacioretty has scored in seven previous games.
СтавкаVegas to score in each period: yes
In three games out of four, Vegas have scored in each period.
Tip and bets
Vegas are in optimal form, so it will be a very difficult game for Colorado, especially playing away. The Avalanche have just unexpectedly suffered two devastating defeats from a not very strong opponent, so in this game, we will bet on the favorite.
Our prediction is Vegas to win with a handicap (0).
Vegas are one of the most resultative teams in the Western division, on average the club scores almost four goals per game. We also know that Colorado are having problems in their defense, so it shouldn't be difficult for the Golden Knights to score more than two goals.
The second prediction - Vegas's individual total over 2.5 goals.
