Colorado Avalanche vs Vegas Golden Knights Picks and Predictions November 27th 2024

Colorado Avalanche vs Vegas Golden Knights November 27th 2024

The Golden Knights and Avalanche are set to face off at 10:00 ET on TNT. The Avalanche will host the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Avalanche are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Golden Knights.

Vegas vs. Colorado Key Information

• Teams: Golden Knights at Avalanche
• Where: Ball Arena Denver
• Date: Wednesday, November 27th
• Betting Odds COL -161 | VEG +135 O/U 6.5

The Golden Knights Can Win If…

Vegas improved to 14-6-2 with a 4-3 overtime win against Utah. The Golden Knights trailed 2-0 before rallying to tie it up in the second period and eventually securing the victory with Brett Howden’s goal at 2:15 in OT.

Entering the game as -1.5 goal favorites, the Golden Knights failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.

In their latest game, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal and came away with 4 goals. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season in overtime, while William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year. Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for Vegas in the second period with his 7th goal, and Noah Hanifin followed with his 2nd.

Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Knights had 13 giveaways in the game and were held scoreless in the first period before finding the net twice in the second.

Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after giving up the first two goals of the game and another late in the 3rd period. They also allowed 19 shots on goal, with Adin Hill posting a save percentage of 84.2%.

• The Golden Knights have posted a 3-0 record in their previous three games. In these games, they have a 2-1 record vs the puck line and an over-under mark of 2-1.
• The Golden Knights have gone 6-4 over their last ten regular season games. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 4-6, in addition to an over-under mark of 5-4-1.

The Avalanche Can Win If…

With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, Colorado’s record now stands at 12-10-0. The Avalanche were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 7 goals surpassing that mark.

Colorado took the lead first, scoring at 17:06 in the second period, but Nashville responded with five straight goals. The Avalanche’s defense struggled, allowing two empty-net goals in the third period.

Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon followed with his 6th goal in the third period. MacKinnon also picked up his 14th assist on Makar’s goal, and Makar added his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s tally.

Colorado took 30 shots on goal and recorded 23 giveaways. The Avalanche were held scoreless in the first period before Makar’s power-play goal at 17:06 in the second.

Colorado’s defense will look to bounce back after allowing five goals to the Predators in their last game. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. The Avalanche had 11 takeaways and 26 hits, but they gave up two power-play goals and two empty-netters.

• Through their last three games, the Avalanche have a record of 2-1. Across these games, they have put together an puck line mark of 1-2 as well as an over-under record of 2-1.
• The Avalanche have gone 7-3 over their last ten regular season games. This includes going 5-5 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 5-5.

The Lean

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Avalanche to pick up on a win over the Golden Knights at home. With the moneyline sitting at -161, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Avalanche straight-up.

For my recommended choice in the puck line, I’m leaning towards the Golden Knights to cover. Even if the Avalanche secure a straight-up win, this game is expected to be tightly contested, and the Golden Knights should cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

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Golden Knights Aim to Close Road Trip Strong Against Avalanche

The Vegas Golden Knights are riding high as they prepare to cap off their five-game road trip against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday night in Denver. Despite injuries and absences, the Golden Knights have showcased their depth and resilience, while the Avalanche look to rebound after a rough outing in Tampa Bay.

Golden Knights: A Road Trip of Resilience

After a tough 3-0 loss to Toronto in the road trip opener, Vegas found their groove, securing three consecutive wins. Their latest triumph came in dramatic fashion—a 5-4 shootout victory against the Philadelphia Flyers. Despite trailing 3-0 in the second period, the Golden Knights clawed their way back and equalized with 8:05 left in regulation before sealing the win in the shootout.

Coach Bruce Cassidy praised his team’s determination:
“At 3-0, it’s easy to say, ‘Let’s move on to the next one.’ But the guys dug in. We’ve got goal-scorers in the room, and they stepped up. It wasn’t our cleanest game, but we found a way.”

Vegas has achieved this success despite missing key players. Captain Mark Stone (lower-body injury) remains on injured reserve, having missed nine games. Center William Karlsson sat out the Philadelphia game for personal reasons, while defenseman Zach Whitecloud is day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

Rising star Callahan Burke, recalled ahead of the Toronto game, has stepped up impressively. The 27-year-old forward has a goal and is averaging over 11 minutes of ice time per game.

Avalanche: Seeking a Reset After Tampa Bay Loss

The Colorado Avalanche had been on a roll, winning six of their last seven games and the first three on their road trip. However, their momentum came to a screeching halt with an 8-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday.

Goaltending woes were at the forefront. Justus Annunen allowed three quick goals before being pulled, only to concede two more when he returned for the third period. Backup Alexandar Georgiev, who struggled early in the season but has since stabilized, also had a rough night, venting his frustration by smashing his stick over the crossbar.

Coach Jared Bednar acknowledged the team’s emotions after the defeat:
“They’re frustrated, and I don’t blame them. It was a tough game, but we’ve got to channel that energy into bouncing back.”

Georgiev is expected to start against Vegas, a team that handed him an 8-4 loss in their season opener.

Key Matchups and Factors to Watch

1. Vegas’s Depth vs. Colorado’s Star Power
   Vegas has thrived on contributions from all lines, with Jack Eichel and Ivan Barbashev leading the charge offensively. Colorado, meanwhile, relies heavily on top-tier talent like Nathan MacKinnon, who has struggled recently with just two assists in his last five games after racking up 15 points in the prior seven.
2. Goaltending Duel
   While Vegas’s Adin Hill and Logan Thompson have been steady, Colorado’s Georgiev must regain form to contain the Golden Knights’ high-powered offense.
3. Injury Impact
   Both teams are battling injuries, but Vegas’s ability to win despite missing key players like Stone and Karlsson underscores their adaptability. Colorado has benefited from the return of Valeri Nichushkin, Jonathan Drouin, and Miles Wood, adding depth to their lineup.

What’s at Stake?

For Vegas, a win would cap an impressive road trip and maintain momentum as they push for dominance in the Western Conference. Colorado, on the other hand, aims to turn the page on their Tampa Bay loss and avoid consecutive defeats.

Both teams bring strong narratives into the matchup, with the Golden Knights looking to prove their resilience and the Avalanche aiming to re-establish their form. Expect a high-energy contest filled with standout performances from both sides.

Prediction

With Vegas riding a three-game win streak and Colorado eager to defend home ice after a tough loss, the game promises to be a hard-fought battle. Look for Vegas’s depth to challenge Colorado’s goaltending, while the Avalanche will lean on their top-tier players to regain their footing.