Arizona Coyotes - Vegas Golden Knights predictions and free betting tips [09/02/2024]

A regular NHL championship match between foes competing in the Western Conference will begin. Fans of the night-time puck are in for a clash between Arizona and Vegas.

Arizona

The squad from Arizona state has completed 48 official matches in the 2023-2024 NHL regular championship. Across these 48 matches, Arizona has managed to gather 49 points, placing them at the 12th position in the Western Conference standings. Currently, the Arizona ice warriors are performing at an average level, and risk missing out on the Stanley Cup playoff. Holding the 12th position, Arizona has 5 points less than St. Louis, who is settled at the 8th spot. No verdict has been issued against Arizona yet, considering the ample number of matches to be played till the end and their not so poor performance against competitors for the second championship stage.

Arizona has every chance, especially if they can augment the number of win streaks, which occasionally occurred and gave them a significant boost in the standings. Arizona averages in statistics, thus not making them outstanding among competitors. In their recent matches, Arizona has been underperforming with a strike of 3 consecutive losses to Florida, Tampa Bay, and Carolina. The last victories were seen around the 20s of January.

Vegas

The Vegas skaters have partaken in 51 official matches of the 2023-2024 NHL regular championship. Vegas' 51 match tally and 66 accumulated points allow them to clinch the 4th spot in the Western Conference standings. In retrospect, the 2023-2024 season can, at this moment, be labelled successful for Vegas. The Las Vegas squad has nestled into the 4th position in the Western Conference, behind counterparts representing Dallas, Colorado, and Vancouver. They are most likely to make the Stanley Cup playoffs and stand a chance for a later stage than the first round.

Currently, Vegas leads the competition from Nashville by 12 points, which could be considered a major advantage, regarding the performances from teams that are on the cusp of qualification for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Taking into account the gameplay and statistical indicators, Vegas is distinguished by its defensive play against other rivals. Colorado and Dallas, placed 2nd and 3rd, have conceded considerable goals more. In the category of concessions, Vegas has 139, while opponents have let in 20-30 goals more. Vegas has only suffered two losses in the last 5 games.

Historical Meetups

Arizona and Vegas have squared off in 27 matches. Vegas has 20 victories to their credit, while Arizona has emerged stronger in 7 confrontations.

Total Forecast

Vegas's ITO will be over 3 goals scored.

Forecast

Vegas will win in regulation time. The Black and Yellows are distinctly stronger than Arizona, tracible from recent matches and the teams' overall tournament trajectory. Vegas possesses one of the strongest leagues' defences, which will undoubtedly manifest considering Arizona likely playing on swift attacks. Expecting Arizona to present a combinational play is non-essential.