The Vegas Golden Knights and Detroit Red Wings face off on Saturday in a college basketball showdown at Little Caesars Arena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Golden Knights vs Red Wings prediction.
Golden Knights Offense Good on Friday
The Golden Knights offense was good on Friday and they going to look to continue that offensive success on Saturday, even if they have tired legs. The Golden Knights are averaging 3.17 goals while their defense is giving up 2.71 goals per game. The offense is ranked 16th in the league while the defense is ranked 6th. Mark Stone has scored 15 goals and added 34 assists so far this season.
Vegas Golden Knights Team Facts
- The Golden Knights have won five of their last six games as underdogs.
- The Golden Knights have covered the puck line in each of their last six games.
- The Golden Knights have won the second period in each of their last four games following a road win.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Golden Knights’ last six games.
Red Wings Coming off Shootout Win
The Red Wings at times have struggled but they are coming off a shutout victory in the last game. The Red Wings faced off against the Philadelphia Flyers in the last game and they were able to secure the 3-0 victory. Two games ago against the Dallas Stars they were defeated 5-4 in overtime. The Red Wings are going to need the offense to get out to fast start here, and to really put the pressure on. If they can attack the tired legs of the Golden Knights they are going to have a great shot to secure the victory.
Detroit Red Wings Team Facts
- The Red Wings have lost each of their last seven night games at Little Caesars Arena following a win.
- The Red Wings have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games.
- The Red Wings have lost the second period in five of their last six night games at Little Caesars Arena following a home win.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Red Wings’ last nine games against Pacific Division opponents.
Golden Knights vs Red Wings Betting Prediction
The Red Wings are going to find success here. The Golden Knights might have found success on Friday, but now they have to face off against a rested team. The Red Wings are going to get out to a fast start with the offense and the defense is also going to step up in a big way. The Golden Knights tired legs are going to have no answer, and Detroit is going to get the job done. Back Detroit. This is one of my favorite plays on the board.