What's at stake

Which team wins and whether Las Vegas covers a 1.5-goal margin will determine moneyline and spread payouts, including results after overtime or a shootout if the market uses final result.

Combined goals markets at 4.5–7.5 lines settle on total goals scored and decide over/under wagers and parlay legs.

Who's in play

Anaheim Ducks' goaltender choice, injury list, and top forwards determine scoring upside and defensive stability.

Vegas Golden Knights' top lines, power play units, depth defense, and starting goalie decide whether they win outright and cover a -1.5 spread.

What drives it

Injuries, starting-goalie form, and recent scoring trends move win probabilities and goal totals.

Special teams, shot volume, possession metrics, travel/rest schedules, and officiating (penalty rates) affect overs/unders and the chance of a two-goal cover.

What to watch

Starting-goalie announcement, late scratches, and official injury updates before puck drop will shift lines and implied totals.

During the game, first-period score, power-play chances, shot differential, and intermission reports are immediate signals for totals and spread movement.