LiontipsNashville vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 23, 2021).
Command Analysis
Nashville managed to take revenge on Carolina at their home court. The team earned that victory with great difficulty, gaining the upper hand already in overtime (5:4). Goaltender Saros saved 52 shots out of 56, as also gave an assist. At home, the Predators show excellent performance, with only one defeat in nine games.
However, in the first two games against the Hurricanes, the Predators suffered devastating defeats with a score of 2:5 and 0:3. The team was unable to hold back the opponent's pressure, allowing them to create too many dangerous moments.
Carolina successfully started their playoffs with a confident victory over Nashville (5:2). It is worth mentioning the great work of the attacking line, which constantly created pressure at the opponent's goal (3:0).
After that, the Hurricanes had to play away, where the team was unexpectedly defeated with a score of 4:5 (OT). Both clubs showed their best play, shooting 110 times on target, which is a huge number even for the NHL. Yet the defense of Carolina was not as reliable as earlier.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5
In three out of four head-to-head games, the teams have scored more than one goal in the first period.
СтавкаNashville to score 1st
In four out of five head-to-head games, Nashville opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
Nashville have shown their best play at home, where they really are much more confident than in away games. Carolina was unable to hold back the Predators' pressure, which is why they conceded quite a few goals. While the Predators are playing on their home ice, they have an excellent chance of winning.
Our prediction - Nashville will not lose
The teams showed excellent attacking play, which is why the previous game was a barn burner. The clubs are not used to sitting back in defense in the head-to-head, so there is an excellent opportunity to bet on a total of over 5.5 goals.
Second prediction - total over 5.5 goals
