LiontipsLos Angeles vs New Jersey. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (January 15, 2023).
Command Analysis
Los 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 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
