LiontipsVegas vs Tampa. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
Vegas won their last four games away. First, the Golden Knights cruised to victory over Boston (4:1) and New Jersey (5:3), but then had a really tough match against the Rangers. In a penalty shootout, the Knights were more accurate (3:2 SO).
After that, Vegas prevailed over the Islanders (4:5 SO), thus extending their winning streak to five games.
Tampa have been showing excellent results. The Lightning suffered only one defeat in the last seven games, to Ottawa (0:4). Goalie Elliott gave a poor performance and saved only 86% of the shots. Tampa also had problems against Boston and Los Angeles, but managed to snatch a win in overtime in both games.
Tampa are solid both at home and away. Currently, they are in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference table with 42 points.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 out of 5 head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Tampa
Tampa scored first in the last 4 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Both teams are in good form and ready to chalk up points. But we give an edge to Vegas, who have the home court advantage.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Vegas
We do not expect a barn-burner here. The clubs rarely score more than 6 goals in head-to-head games, so we suggest taking the under.
Second wager - total under 6 goals
