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Los Angeles vs New Jersey: prediction for the NHL fixture
The Kings and the Devils lock horns in the NHL on Saturday. What to expect from this match? Our answer is in the prediction below.
Command Analysis
Los Angeles Kings
USALos Angeles have been very convincing in the last home games. First, they got a high-scoring victory over Edmonton (6:3). Forward Fiala was excellent once again, he scored two goals and provided two assists. After that, the Kings overcame San Jose (4:3). Each player of the first line managed to earn performance points in that game.
New Jersey Devils
USANew Jersey have recovered from their dip in form and mounted a three-game winning streak. After a hard-fought victory over the Rangers (4:3 ОТ), the Devils traveled to Carolina, where they got a confident (5:3) win. In the last game, New Jersey crushed Anaheim (6:2). In the previous 18 away games, the Devils got 16 victories, and most games ended in regulation time.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Ставка2nd period: Los Angeles opener
In 3 head-to-head games in a row, Los Angeles opened the scoring in the second period.
Tip and bets
Both sides are on top form and it is hard to pick someone. We will give a slight edge to the Devils, who have been fantastic on their travels this season.
Our prediction - New Jersey to win
That being said, we don't expect a barn-burner. New Jersey have one of the best defensive lines in the NHL and will not allow the Kings to fully realize their offensive potential.
Second bet - total under 6.5 goals
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