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Buffalo vs. Colorado: NHL Match Prediction
Buffalo will play at home on December 4, where they will try to break their losing streak. This time, the team will face a very serious opponent in the form of Colorado, which has also been having a lot of trouble lately. Which bets should you choose? You will find the answer in our forecast
Command Analysis
Buffalo Sabres
USACurrent form
Buffalo still broke its winning streak, which reached three games, and a short rise was followed by a natural decline. The team played at home, where it met Minnesota and was unable to even score, suffering a dry defeat with a score of 0:1. What is especially noteworthy is that the attacking line showed a very active game, and in total, in three periods, they made 39 shots, but not a single one of them hit the target. Continuing to play at home, the Blades tried to rehabilitate themselves for the lost points and in the match with Vancouver they really were just one step away from success, but had to suffer an offensive defeat in overtime (3:4). Goalie Luukkonen showed his worst side, reflecting only 81% of the shots.
It seemed that visiting the Islanders, Ruff charges would be able to take advantage of their competitor poor form and cling to points again, but this did not happen. Once again, huge problems with converting moments in attack arose, which led to another dry defeat (0:3). This season, the team often experiences such difficulties, which is why it is only in 11th place in the Eastern Conference table, and the club is only three points away from the playoff zone.
Disqualifications and injuries
Buffalo continues to have the same problems with its roster. Three players are currently in the infirmary: Greenway, Lafferty and Samuelsson.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Buffalo allows three goals per game.
The club defensive line is also not very reliable and often allows opponents to realize their potential in attack.
- The Blades converted just 15% of their power play attempts.
As we have already noted, the team has problems with scoring and even when playing with the majority, it rarely takes advantage of the chance to score a goal.
Colorado Avalanche
USACurrent form
Colorado has also been on the decline lately and often loses points. In four games, the team was able to win only one victory over Vegas, and even then it was snatched with great difficulty outside of regulation time (2:1 SO). Before that, the club played away to Tampa Bay, where they suffered a complete rout with a score of 2:8. This time, the defensive line allowed the opponent to skate freely in their zone, and goalies Annunen and Georgiev showed their worst side, reflecting only 75% of the shots between them.
On the road to Dallas, Bednar team tried to show their attacking potential to the fullest and even managed to score three goals, but this did not allow them to achieve success. Once again, the defense failed, which ultimately led to a 3:5 defeat. This time, goalkeeper Georgiev played in goal, but he was unable to save the club from another failure. Returning to the home arena, Colorado had to face another very strong opponent in the person of Edmonton and suffer a second defeat in a row (1:4). It seems that the team long rise has given way to a natural decline, which is why it cannot rise to the playoff zone, occupying ninth place in the table.
Disqualifications and injuries
It is worth noting that Colorado has serious problems with its roster. Colton, Drouin, Landeskog, Munson and Wood are currently in the club infirmary.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Colorado allows 3.72 goals per game.
The Avalanche defensive line remains one of the worst in the league.
- Colorado averages seven penalty minutes per game.
However, the team is distinguished by its very disciplined play and is rarely sent off.
Trends
Goal in each period bet – yes
In five out of six head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.50Bet 3rd period: total over 1.5 goals
In four of the five head-to-head games, the teams scored more than one goal in the third period.
1.45Tip and bets
Despite its decline, Colorado is a clear favorite in the upcoming match, for several reasons. Firstly, the team is significantly superior to its opponent in terms of roster, which means it has a better chance of success. Secondly, it is worth considering that Buffalo is also not in the best shape, which means the clubs will compete on equal terms. It is also worth paying attention to the fact that home walls practically do not help the Blades achieve success. Accordingly, we suggest betting in favor of the guests.
Our prediction is a Colorado win at 2.07
Bet on total
Both teams are not used to sitting back in defense, and in general they show a weak game in defense, letting in quite a lot of pucks. The clubs are trying very hard to rehabilitate themselves at the expense of the attacking line, which makes the matches even more productive.
Forecast - total over six goals for 1.70
Bet on the outcome of the first period
In the first period, Buffalo, thanks to the home advantage, can still give Colorado a worthy fight and, most likely, will not allow the Avalanche to gain an advantage at the end of the opening period.
Prediction: Buffalo won't lose in the first period for 1.50
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