Buffalo Sabres vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Picks & Predictions
The NHL continues on Saturday, January 4, 2025, with the Buffalo Sabres set to take on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV at 10:00 PM ET. This will
Game outlook
The NHL continues on Saturday, January 4, 2025, with the Buffalo Sabres set to take on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV at 10:00 PM ET. This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season, with the Sabres looking to extend their winning streak against the Golden Knights to four games. Vegas opens as the favorite at -195, with the line remaining steady. For more information on this matchup and a prediction, read further.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Sabres +168 | Golden Knights -195
Spread: Sabres +1.5 (-147) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+127)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vegas will win straight-up is 66%.
Buffalo Sabres
The Buffalo Sabres recently ended a 13-game slump with a three-game winning streak, but have since fallen back into a winless streak, losing to the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche. Despite leading in both games, the Sabres were unable to secure a victory. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has had a tough season, with a 3.07 GAA and .894 save percentage. Backup goalie James Reimer has a 2.45 GAA and .902 save percentage. The team averages 3.08 goals per game while allowing 3.41 goals against. With a power ranking of 31, Buffalo is struggling defensively and is currently 14-20-5 this season. Fans can take advantage of sports betting promos to support the team.