LiontipsNashville vs Los Angeles. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (January 22, 2023).
Command Analysis
After two straight victories, Nashville suffered a crushing defeat to St. Louis with a score of 2:5. Goalie Saros had a poor game and saved only 84% of the shots he faced. Before that loss, the Predators got two home victories over Calgary (2:1) and Columbus (2:1). Usually, the Preds are confident at home - that's where they earned most of the points this season.
Los Angeles defeated Edmonton (6:3) and San Jose (4:3) at home, but then they lost to New Jersey with a score of 2:5. Goaltender Quick gave an uncharacteristic performance and saved only 85% of the shots. In the fourth game, the Kings suffered a crushing defeat to Dallas (0:4).
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Nashville
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Nashville scored the first goal.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Los Angeles didn't have a very successful home series, but they had really tough opponents. Nashville are in poor form, and we believe that the Kings can get the upper hand in the upcoming match. We will hedge our bet and play a double chance for the Kings.
Our prediction - Los Angeles to not lose
Both sides score a lot and aren't very reliable on defense. Most head-to-head games were high scoring, and we expect at least six goals in the upcoming one.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
