LiontipsLos Angeles vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 12, 2023).
Command Analysis
Los Angeles had a series of six away games, and after showing some good results, the team suffered two defeats in the last two matches. The Kings got crushed by Tampa (2:5), and goalie Quick saved only 80% of the shots he faced. After that, they yielded to Carolina in overtime (4:5 OT). Once again, the team's defense was unreliable.
Pittsburgh are slumping - they lose points in almost every game and show poor quality of hockey. In the last game, however, the Penguins managed to eke out a win over Colorado (2:1 OT). Goalie DeSmith saved 41 out of 42 shots on his goal. Before that, the Pens lost to a clear outsider San Jose (4:6), and DeSmith wasn't so reliable.
Trends
Ставка 1st 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.
Ставка 2nd period: Los Angeles' first goal
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, Los Angeles opened the scoring in the second period.
Tip and bets
Los Angeles have been confident at their home arena this season, and we believe that they can capitalize on their home advantage and beat the Pens in their current form.
Our prediction - Los Angeles to win
Both sides are unreliable on defense and concede too many goals. We expect open hockey and at least seven goals in the upcoming game. Take the over.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
