Golden Knights vs. Wild Prediction and Odds (Fade the Over Trend)
The Vegas Golden Knights have seemingly fallen off a cliff lately, and the pre-season Stanley Cup contenders are now barely clinging on to the final playoff spot. They're 4-6 in their last 10 games, but have managed to win their last two which they're hoping will lead to a shot streak.
Tonight, they hit the road to take on the Minnesota Wild, who are also coming into the game having won their last two contests.
The Golden Knights are 2-0 against the Wild this season. Let's take a look at the odds via WynnBET for tonight's trilogy finale.
Golden Knights vs. Wild Odds and Total
Moneyline:
- Golden Knights +140
- Wild -160
Puck line:
- Golden Knights +1.5 (-175)
- Wild -1.5 (+145)
Total:
- 6.5 (Over -105/Under -115)
Golden Knights vs. Wild Betting Trends
- The OVER is 4-1 in the Golden Knights' last five games.
- Golden Knights are 6-2 in their last eight games vs. Wild.
- Golden Knights are 0-5 in their last five road games.
- The OVER is 12-5 in the Wild's last 17 games.
- Golden Knights are 0-7 in last seven games vs. Central Division opponents.
Golden Knights vs. Wild Prediction and Pick
The OVER has been hitting at a high rate for both teams as of late, which makes it a great time to fade the trend and take the UNDER.
Despite the OVER hitting at a high rate, there are some signs that we'll see some regression. The Wild rank 25th in expected goals for per 60 minutes over their last 25 games at just 2.68. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights rank second last in the league in shooting percentage over that same stretch, finding the back of the net on only 7.9 percent of shots on goal.
The Wild have also been strong in their own end, ranking first in high danger scoring chances against dating back 25 games.
Fade the trend, take the UNDER.
Pick: UNDER 6.5 (-115)
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