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NHL Playoffs: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Picks – Game 5 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 12)
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- When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026. 9:30 PM ET
- Where: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Preview
A level series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs will see increased tensions at the T-Mobile Arena on May 12, as the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks collide in Game 5. But, which team will seize control of the Western Conference matchup in Sin City?
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Vegas Golden Knights Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 39-26-17
- Home Record: 20-12-9
- Road Record: 19-14-8
The pressure in the Western Conference playoffs steps up a gear on Tuesday, as the Vegas Golden Knights bid to move into the series lead for the third time against the Anaheim Ducks.
Vegas have been unable to record back-to-back wins against the Ducks in this series, and they were undone defensively in Game 4, eventually losing 4-3 in California. Mitch Marner was the standout player in an offensive regard for the Golden Knights, registering three assists.
Anaheim Ducks Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 43-33-6
- Home Record: 24-13-4
- Road Record: 19-20-2
The Anaheim Ducks are yet to take control of this Western Conference playoff series, but this would be a timely opportunity to take the lead for the first time.
The Ducks thrived in their most recent home game against the Golden Knights, scoring twice in the opening period, before adding further efforts in the second and third frames. Beckett Sennecke and Alex Killorn scored goals in the success, while Lukas Dostal ended the night with 18 saves.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Picks
This is a finely poised Western Conference playoff series, but home advantage could be crucial for the Golden Knights on Tuesday. Based on their dominant record against the Ducks at the T-Mobile Arena, we will be siding with the home win.
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