Lightning vs. Panthers Predictions and Odds - Dec 30, 2021

The Florida Panthers face the Tampa Bay Lightning in NHL action at FLA Live Arena on Thursday, commencing at 7:00PM EST.

Dimers' best betting picks for Lightning vs. Panthers, as well as game predictions and best odds, are detailed below.

Who will win Lightning vs. Panthers?

Using advanced machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Lightning-Panthers NHL matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Panthers a 55% chance of winning against the Lightning.

MORE: Full Betting Guide for Lightning vs. Panthers

Puck Line, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Panthers are -1.5 favorites versus the Lightning, with +165 at BetMGM the best odds available.

For the underdog Lightning (+1.5) to cover the puck line, Caesars Sportsbook has the best odds on offer at -179.

BetMGM has the best moneyline odds for the Panthers at -149, which means you can risk $149 to win $100, for a total payout of $249, if they get the W.

On the other hand, PointsBet has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at +135, where you can put down $100 to profit $135, earning a total payout of $235, if they win.

The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with Caesars Sportsbook, which has the best odds for the Over at -105, while DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds for the Under at +105.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Lightning (+1.5) are a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under is a 54% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets for Lightning vs. Panthers

• Puck Line: Lightning +1.5 at -179 with Caesars Sportsbook (66% probability)
• Moneyline: Lightning Win at +135 with PointsBet (2.8% edge)
• Over/Under: Under 6.5 at +105 with DraftKings Sportsbook (54% probability) 🔥

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While the Panthers are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Lightning moneyline is the best option because of the 2.8% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.

Lightning vs. Panthers Betting Guide

Use our widget below to explore the latest Moneyline, Over/Under and Puck Line probabilities and odds for Tampa Bay vs. Florida, and click or tap on See Matchup for more.

Dimers has full betting coverage of Thursday's Lightning-Panthers matchup, including pre-game predictions, top betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so keep an eye on this article for any changes to our betting insights before Lightning vs. Panthers on Thursday December 30, 2021.

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Lightning vs. Panthers 2021 Game Info

When do the Panthers play the Lightning?

• Date: Thursday December 30, 2021
• Time: 7:00PM EST / 4:00PM PST
• Venue: FLA Live Arena

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