LiontipsNew Jersey vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 12, 2023).
Command Analysis
Currently, New Jersey are in third place in the Eastern Conference with a total of 92 points. The team have not been able to mount a winning streak for a long period of time, but at the same time, they almost never lose two games in a row. Previously, the Devils lost to Toronto at home (3:4), but beat Washington (3:2 OT) and Montreal (3:1) away. The Devils continue to score a lot - they have the third-best attack in the league this season.
Carolina are aiming to hold onto their second place in the East, and they have everything they need to do so. The team often goes on winning streaks and rarely loses even on the road. However, their successful run of four games was interrupted just recently with a 0:4 loss to Vegas. Before that game, the Hurricanes had beaten Montreal (4:3 SO) and Philadelphia (1:0). Rod Brind'Amour's team has one of the strongest defensive lines in the league, and only a few teams can score more than two goals against them.
Trends
Ставка New Jersey IT under 3.5 goals
In 4 out of 5 games, the visitors conceded under 4 goals.
Ставка 1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 3 out of 5 games between the clubs, fewer than two goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Canes aren't used to losing two games in a row this season, so there's a good chance they'll pull themselves together after a defeat against Vegas. Moreover, previous fights between Carolina and New Jersey often went in favor of the Hurricanes. Taking into account the fact that recently the Devils rarely got victories in regulation, we suggest betting on the success of Carolina.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Carolina
We expect no more than three goals scored by the Devils. Carolina have one of the most reliable defenses in the league and conceded under four goals in nine out of ten previous games.
Second bet - New Jersey IT under 3.5 goals
