LiontipsColorado vs Vegas. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 28, 2023).
Command Analysis
The Colorado Avalanche are having a decent season overall, currently sitting in sixth place in the Western Conference with 71 points. However, the team needs to continue chalking up points to secure a spot in the top eight.
The Avalanche are currently in excellent form, having won five games in a row. They secured a hard-fought victory over Edmonton 6-5 OT and got confident wins against Winnipeg 5-1 and Calgary 4-1. Jared Bednar's men stick to an attacking style of hockey and usually score more than three goals per game.
The Vegas Golden Knights temporarily lead the Western Conference standings with 76 points. Given the density of competition, we doubt they will be able to retain this position for long. Nevertheless, after the All-Star Game, the VGK have pulled themselves together and have been consistently earning points. In the last eight games, the Golden Knights have at least taken the game to overtime.
Vegas lost to Chicago 2-3 OT, overcame Calgary 4-3 OT, and lost to Dallas in a shootout (2-3 SO). Bruce Cassidy's charges usually play well on their travels and have only lost five away games in regulation this season.
Trends
Ставка Vegas IT under 3 goals
In four out of five games, the hosts conceded fewer than three goals.
Ставка 1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In four of the five games between the clubs, at least two goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
We think that Colorado can be considered favorites in this matchup. The hosts are currently on top form, while Vegas, on the contrary, have been inconsistent and dropped points in a few games. Moreover, the Avalanche have not lost at home in regulation for a long time.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Colorado
Both teams have strong attacking lines and often score three to four goals per game. Most recent games of Colorado have been high-scoring, and we recommend taking the over here.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
