How to Pick the Devils vs. Lightning Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – November 16

Published 12:46 pm Friday, November 15, 2024

Whether you’re looking to place a single bet or have your eyes set on putting together a parlay, Saturday’s game at 7:00 PM ET between the New Jersey Devils and the Tampa Bay Lightning features a variety of betting options. Before the puck drops, take a look at our best bets for this matchup.

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Devils vs. Lightning Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.4 goals)

  • This season, nine of New Jersey’s 20 games have gone over Saturday’s over/under of 6.5 goals.
  • This season, seven of Tampa Bay’s games have featured more than 6.5 goals.
  • The total for this game (6.5) is 0.6 less than the combined scoring averages for the Devils (3.6) and Lightning (3.53).
  • This game’s over/under is 0.9 more than the 5.6 goals these two teams allow per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Devils Moneyline: -112

  • The Devils have gone 9-7 this season when listed as a moneyline favorite.
  • New Jersey is 9-7 when playing with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter (56.2% win percentage).
  • The implied moneyline probability in this game says the Devils have a 52.8% chance to win.

Lightning Moneyline: -108

  • Tampa Bay has played as the underdog on the moneyline five times this season, and won two games.
  • The Lightning have a pair of victories in games with moneyline odds of -108 or longer (in five chances).
  • Tampa Bay’s implied probability to win is 51.9% based on the moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Tampa Bay 4, New Jersey 3

Devils Points Leaders

  • Jesper Bratt has been critical to New Jersey’s offense this season, recording 24 points in 20 games.
  • Jack Hughes is another of New Jersey’s important contributors currently with 22 total points (eight goals and 14 assists) to his name.
  • With 20 points through 20 games (10 goals and 10 assists), Nico Hischier has been an important part of New Jersey’s offensive attack this season.
  • As New Jersey’s top goalie, Jacob Markstrom has recorded 8 wins and 4 losses this season while allowing 33 goals with 327 saves.

Lightning Points Leaders

  • Nikita Kucherov is a top offensive contributor for his team with 23 points (1.5 per game). He has totaled 11 goals and 12 assists in 15 games (playing 21:40 per game).
  • Brandon Hagel is a top contributor for Tampa Bay, with 16 total points this season. He has netted eight goals and provided eight assists in 15 games.
  • Jake Guentzel has scored seven goals and contributed eight assists for Tampa Bay, giving him a point total of 15.
  • Andrei Vasilevskiy has a record of 7-5-1 in 13 games this season, conceding 29 goals (2.3 goals against average) with 305 saves and a .913 save percentage, 17th in the league.

Devils’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/10/2024 Sharks L 1-0 Home -342
11/12/2024 Panthers W 4-1 Away +107
11/14/2024 Panthers W 6-2 Away +136
11/16/2024 Lightning Away -112
11/21/2024 Hurricanes Home
11/23/2024 Capitals Away
11/25/2024 Predators Home

Lightning’s Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/5/2024 Blues L 3-2 Away -172
11/7/2024 Flyers L 2-1 Home -222
11/14/2024 Jets W 4-1 Home -144
11/16/2024 Devils Home -108
11/19/2024 Penguins Away
11/21/2024 Blue Jackets Away
11/23/2024 Stars Home

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New Jersey vs. Tampa Bay Game Info

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