LiontipsMinnesota vs Buffalo. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 17, 2021).
Command Analysis
Minnesota top the Western Conference table with a total of 39 points. However, after a long streak of eight victories, the team was defeated in two matches in a row. First, the Wild lost a close fight to Los Angeles (1:2), and then they were defeated by Vegas in a high-scoring thriller (4:6).
At home, Dean Evason's charges look more solid. This season, they lost only two home games in regulation. On average, Minnesota score about 4 goals per game.
Buffalo are one of the main outsiders in the East. They have earned only 22 points and are often enduring losing streaks. Recently, the Sabres were on a string of seven defeats, which they broke by beating Winnipeg (4:2).
Since the start of the season, Buffalo haven't been able to mount a winning streak. The team looks weaker than most of their opponents, and the Sabres struggle to stay competitive. They won only 3 out of 12 away games this season.
Trends
СтавкаMinnesota IT over 3.5 goals
Minnesota average 4 goals per game.
Ставка2nd period: Minnesota to win
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, Minnesota won the second period.
Tip and bets
Minnesota have been doing great this season. The team has never lost three games in a row, while Buffalo haven't been able to get a winning streak. Moreover, the Wild had a few extra days of rest due to a postponed game against Carolina. We predict a win for the hosts.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to Minnesota
Only in one out of 5 games against Buffalo, Minnesota failed to score three goals. The Wild average 4 goals per game this season, and we expect them to score no less than that.
Second wager - Minnesota IT over 3.5 goals
