LiontipsBoston vs Islanders. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 14, 2022).
Command Analysis
Boston are one point ahead of New Jersey and have a game in hand. Lately, the Bruins have been a bit inconsistent, alternating between victories and defeats. They lost to Vegas (3:4 SO) before beating Colorado (4:0), and after a defeat to Arizona (3:4), they celebrated success over the Golden Knights (3:1).
Montgomery's men played the last three games away. At home, the Bruins are much more confident, they won 11 home games in regulation this season. First and third periods are typically their best.
The Islanders recently lost to St. Louis (4:7) at home, and after that, they celebrated success over New Jersey (6:4) away. In the following game, the Isles got crushed by Carolina (0:3) at home.
Several key players of the Islanders are currently out inujred, which affects the team's performance. The attack doesn't look so impressive without Kyle Palmieri and Anthony Beauvillier. At the same time, New York are unreliable on defense, usually they concede at least three goals per game.
Trends
СтавкаIT Boston under 3.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 games, Boston scored fewer than 4 goals.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
2 out of 3 games between the clubs had fewer than 2 goals in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Islanders are an uncomfortable opponent for Boston. They have often created problems for the Bruins and beat them in regulation. The Bruins are in good team form, but the Islanders have looked great on road trips and will definitely put up a fight.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+1) to Islanders
Boston scored no more than three goals in most recent games, and in general, they play a more defensive brand of hockey. We recommend playing the individual total of the home team.
Second bet - Boston IT under 3.5 goals
