LiontipsBoston vs Islanders. Predictions and Betting Tips for NHL
Command Analysis
Boston is currently on the third spot of the Eastern division standings, but, unfortunately, won't be able to climb higher. Team won 5 out of last 7 matches, but in the last game sensationally lost to Rangers (4:5), defense had a terrible performance in this clash.
Bruins usually play a lot better on the defensive end and are averaging only two conceded goals per game. They also have the second-best defensive record in the league, only Islanders are better on that front. We should mention that Boston rarely loses two games in a row.
Islanders are not looking great now. That's why they dropped to the fourth spot of the standings and are now one point behind Boston, plus Boston has a game in hand. Islanders recently had a four-game losing streak, they lost to Buffalo (2:4 and 3:4 OT) and New Jersey (1:2), but in the last game they managed to defeat the Devils with a 5:1 score.
Looking at the stats, Barry Trotz' team is performing a lot better at home, because they have only 7 victories without overtime in 27 away games.
Trends
СтавкаSecond period: total under 1.5
In four out of last five H2H games less than two goals were scored in the second period
СтавкаThird period: Boston to score
Boston scores in the third period for seven games in a row
Tip and bets
In our opinion, Boston is better form than their opponent and should take the win over Islanders at home arena, because Islanders are not looking great on away games this season. This match is also a great opportunity for Boston to claim the third spot in the table.
Our prediction - Boston to win
Both clubs are performing great on defense and these are two teams with the least goals conceded, so we don't expect a high score in this game.
We offer to bet on total under 5.5 goals
