LiontipsArizona vs Rangers. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 16, 2021).
Command Analysis
Arizona have endured a terrible season so far. They are currently on yet another five-game losing streak; all of the defeats were suffered in regulation. One of the biggest problems of the Coyotes is their poor defensive play, because of which they were crushed by Vegas (7:2), Minnesota (2:5), and Dallas (1:4).
The home court and the support of the stands do not help the Coyotes to earn points. In 12 home games, they recorded only two victories, one of them outside regulation.
The Rangers, on the contrary, are doing well. They were enjoying success and had a seven-game winning streak, which they lost after a crushing defeat to Colorado (3:7). New York's goalie Huska wasn't entirely reliable and couldn't save 18% of the shots.
The Rangers also failed to beat Nashville (0:1). In the return game against the Avalanche, New York had a good chance to get revenge, but Colorado again were the stronger side (2:4).
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams didn't score in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Arizona
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, Arizona scored first.
Tip and bets
Despite their dip in form, the Rangers are still head and shoulders above the Coyotes. Arizona have been in terrible form all season, so we do not doubt the victory of the visiting team.
Our prediction - Rangers to win
Considering Arizona's terrible defensive play, we predict a high-scoring game here and suggest playing the total over.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
