LiontipsBoston vs Buffalo. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (January 1, 2022).
Command Analysis
Bostonhaven't been very convincing in December and lost three of their last five games. Bruce Cassidy's charges have earned only 30 points from 26 games and are currently in 11th place in the Eastern Conference table. However, the Bruins played 5 or 6 games less than their main competitors from the top-5 and have a good chance to strengthen their standings in the near future. In their last outing, Boston lost away to the Islanders (1:3).
Buffalolook much weaker than their hosts. The Sabres managed only 25 points from 32 matches, and easily can drop several positions in the table, as some of the teams from the bottom half of the table have played fewer games. Don Granato's men lost in the last three matches, having suffered their most recent defeat to the Islanders with a score of 1:4.
Trends
This bet played in 4 out of 5 head-to-head games in Boston.
In the last 4 home games, the Bruins scored in the last period.
Tip and bets
It is strange to see Boston so low in the table, but the Bruins have several games in hand and can still improve their position. Boston didn't look very confident in their last few games, so they will be looking to redeem themselves and get back on the winning track. Buffalo are probably the weakest team in the East, and we doubt they can fight off the motivated Bruins.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2) to Boston
Buffalo are a comfortable opponent for the Bruins. The hosts should be able to convert their attacking chances, and the Sabres will try to respond with rare counterattacks. Games between these clubs are usually high-scoring, and we expect at least six goals in the upcoming fixture.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
