Oddlance

Vancouver Canucks face Anaheim Ducks in California and the bet here is simple: Ducks to win the game. Anaheim have been the more stable side lately, especially at home, where their forwards create plenty of chances and the goaltending holds up. Vancouver travel in after some poor defensive performances and question marks in net, which is not ideal against an aggressive Ducks offense. Extra rest and home ice should help Anaheim manage the game at their pace. The downside is that Vancouver still have enough talent to explode on a good night, so this is a considered opinion, not a guaranteed outcome.

This NBA Cup group fixture brings together two neighbours in the Eastern standings, but the team news tilts the matchup towards Philadelphia. Orlando are 10??"8 overall, yet only 3??"5 on the road and come off a taxing 138??"129 loss in Boston with several regular scorers sidelined. For the trip to Philly they again miss leading forward Paolo Banchero and backup big Moritz Wagner. The 76ers are 9??"7, 5??"4 at home and already beat the Magic 136??"124 here earlier in the season. With Joel Embiid questionable but Tyrese Maxey and Paul George listed as probable, I see solid justification for Philadelphia 76ers +2.0 at odds 1.89.

In the Serie A clash between Gremio and Palmeiras, my selection is Palmeiras Asian handicap / DNB at odds 2.44. Palmeiras occupy 2nd place and remain in the title chase behind Flamengo, whereas Gremio are lower in the table without the same pressure in the run-in.Sofascore+2AiScore+2 Recent information shows Gremio dealing with numerous absences in key areas ??" injured centre-backs, a holding midfielder and top scorer Braithwaite, plus a suspended defender ??" which disrupts their defensive structure. Palmeiras do have a few issues of their own, but their squad depth and overall goal difference across the season remain clearly stronger. With draw insurance built into the market, Palmeiras DNB appears a justified analytical play rather than a speculative punt.