LiontipsVegas vs Anaheim. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 31, 2021).
Command Analysis
After 33 games of the regular season, the Vegas Golden Knights top the Western Conference table with a total of 42 points. This is one point more than the 2nd St. Louis, but the Blues have a game in hand.
Peter De Boer's charges lost just one of the last seven games - they suffered a home defeat to Tampa Bay (3:4). The hosts have the best attack in the West and have chalked up 120 goals.
The Anaheim Ducks have earned 41 points from 33 games and are currently in 3rd place in the Western Conference standings. They have a chance to get to the top line if they manage to beat the Knights today.
Dallas Eakins' charges just played two difficult games against Vancouver and Arizona, which they both lost in overtime (1:2 OT and 5:6 OT, respectively).
Trends
СтавкаVegas to score in 2nd period
In the last 5 home games, Vegas scored in the second period.
Ставка3rd period: total over 1.5 goals
This bet played in 4 out of 6 latest games between the clubs.
Tip and bets
Both clubs are considered formidable forces in this season of the NHL, and they will definitely fight for the highest spots in the standings. Vegas have always been uncomfortable opponents for the Ducks, who rarely win on their travels. The competition in the West is very tight, and both sides need maximum points to secure their position.
The expect Vegas to go forward from the first minutes of the game. They are familiar with the style of their visitors, and can outplay them, but the Ducks won't give in without a fight. We are predicting a hard-earned victory for the Knights.
Our prediction - Vegas to win
Most of head-to-head matches between these teams were high-scoring, and we hope to see high speed attacks and a large number of goals in the upcoming game, too.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
