Colorado Avalanche vs. Anaheim Ducks Prediction and Odds - December 2, 2023

The Anaheim Ducks will take on the favored Colorado Avalanche in NHL action at Honda Center on Saturday, beginning at 10:00PM ET.

Dimers' comprehensive betting preview for Saturday's Avalanche vs. Ducks game includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and best bets.

Who Will Win: Avalanche vs. Ducks

Based on advanced computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Avalanche-Ducks NHL game 10,000 times.

Dimers' renowned predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Avalanche a 66% chance of defeating the Ducks.

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Avalanche vs. Ducks Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Avalanche	Ducks
Puck Line	-1.5 (+105)	+1.5 (-125)
Moneyline	-225	+190
Total	o6.5 (-118)	u6.5 (+105)

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

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The Ducks are listed as +1.5 underdogs against the Avalanche, with -125 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the favored Avalanche (-1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at +105.

DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Ducks at +190. That means you can bet $100 to profit $190, earning a total payout of $290, if they win.

Meanwhile, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Avalanche at -225, where you can risk $225 to win $100, for a total payout of $325, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -118, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at +105.

According to DimersBOT, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 55% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Under.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Best Bets: Avalanche vs. Ducks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best bets for this game:

• Puck Line: Ducks +1.5 @ -125 via BetMGM (55% probability)
• Moneyline: Ducks @ +190 via DraftKings Sportsbook
• Total: Under 6.5 @ +105 via DraftKings Sportsbook (51% probability)

Our best NHL bets are based on complex simulations and betting expertise to serve you the best possible plays every time.

While the Avalanche are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Ducks moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Avalanche vs. Ducks Prediction

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Avalanche vs. Ducks Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Ducks? The data is in.

Listed below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Avalanche and Ducks this Saturday.

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According to DimersBOT, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Ducks.

DimersBOT gives Rantanen a 9.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Honda Center, while the Avalanche star is a 44.7% chance of registering an anytime goal.

Scroll down for our complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	First Goal Probability
Mikko Rantanen	9.1%
Nathan MacKinnon	7.6%
Ryan Johansen	5.5%
Valeri Nichushkin	5.3%
Cale Makar	4.6%

Anaheim Ducks

Player	First Goal Probability
Frank Vatrano	5.0%
Mason McTavish	4.5%
Troy Terry	4.3%
Adam Henrique	4.1%
Alex Killorn	3.9%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Mikko Rantanen	44.7%
Nathan MacKinnon	40.3%
Ryan Johansen	29.8%
Valeri Nichushkin	29.4%
Cale Makar	25.9%

Anaheim Ducks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Frank Vatrano	27.6%
Mason McTavish	24.5%
Adam Henrique	24.2%
Troy Terry	22.7%
Alex Killorn	21.5%
Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so keep an eye on this article for the latest betting insights ahead of Avalanche vs. Ducks on Saturday December 2, 2023.

Avalanche vs. Ducks Preview

Saturday's matchup between the Ducks and Avalanche at Honda Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00PM ET.

• Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Anaheim Ducks
• Date: Saturday December 2, 2023
• Time: 10:00PM ET / 7:00PM PT
• Venue: Honda Center

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Conclusion

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