Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers Picks and Predictions November 29th 2024

Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers November 29th 2024

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Panthers and Hurricanes. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Hurricanes at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. Get ready to place your bets! This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Panthers.

Florida vs. Carolina Key Information

• Teams: Panthers at Hurricanes
• Where: Lenovo Center Raleigh
• Date: Friday, November 29th
• Betting Odds CAR -138 | FLA +117 O/U 6

The Panthers Can Win If…

Florida improved to 13-9-1 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was never threatened, as the combined score reached 6.

Four different players scored for the Panthers in this one. Sam Reinhart’s goal with 1:00 remaining sealed the win, and it was also an empty netter.

Carolina’s offense put 25 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Dallas. A.J. Greer netted his first goal of the season, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th with an empty-netter. Tomas Nosek picked up his first assist of the year.

The Panthers opened the scoring at 5:15 in the first period with Evan Rodrigues’ third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal as well, finding the net at 11:13 in the second period, which was also a power-play goal.

On the defensive side, the Panthers will look to carry over their strong play from their previous game, where they allowed just 2 goals to Dallas. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the defense added 8 takeaways, 22 hits, and 16 blocks. After giving up 2 goals in the second period, the Panthers’ defense shut out the Stars in the third.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Panthers have gone 1-2 straight up. This includes going 1-2 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Florida has put together a record of 4-6 in their last ten games (regular season). Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 3-7 to go along with an over-under mark of 6-4.

The Hurricanes Can Win If…

With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes improved to 16-5-1 this season. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.

Carolina scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up in the second and added two more, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.

Carolina’s offense fired 45 shots on goal, scoring four times in their 4-2 victory over Washington. Dmitry Orlov found the net twice, bringing his season total to three goals. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the season and picked up two assists, now with 12 assists for the year. Andrei Svechnikov closed the scoring with his sixth goal, an empty-netter.

The Hurricanes started the game with a first-period goal from Orlov, added another in the second period, and finished with Svechnikov’s empty-netter at 19:51 in the third. Carolina recorded 14 giveaways in the game.

Carolina’s defense gave up two late goals in the first period, but they locked things down after that, not allowing another goal the rest of the game. Pyotr Kochetkov finished with 19 saves and a 90.5% save percentage, while the defense tallied 7 takeaways and 10 hits.

• The Hurricanes have posted a 2-1 record in their previous three games. Across these games, they have put together an puck line mark of 1-2 as well as an over-under record of 3-0.
• Carolina has put together a record of 6-4 in their last ten games (regular season). Against the spread, Carolina went 5-5 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 5-4-1.

The Lean

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Hurricanes to pick up on a win over the Panthers at home. With the moneyline sitting at -138, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Hurricanes straight-up.

My recommended pick for the puck line is to take the Panthers to cover. Even if the Hurricanes win straight-up, this one should be close throughout and the Panthers should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

Hurricanes Riding High Enter Panthers Matchup

The Carolina Hurricanes have been on a roll, riding the wave of two thrilling comeback victories over the Dallas Stars and New York Rangers. Their latest exploits include scoring seven third-period goals over the last two games, a testament to their resilience and offensive firepower.

Now, Carolina sets its sights on extending its nine-game home winning streak when the Florida Panthers come to town on Friday afternoon.

“Right back to work, looking forward to it,” Hurricanes rookie Jackson Blake said. “It’s always fun playing these teams. They’re so good.”

The Hurricanes’ streak has been fueled by consistent offensive contributions. Martin Necas, now the NHL points leader with 37, and Seth Jarvis, who has tallied two goals and two assists in his past two games, are leading the charge.

Hurricanes’ Power Play Sparks Winning Formula

Carolina has been lethal on the power play, scoring at least one goal with the man advantage in five consecutive games. This trend continued in their 4-3 comeback win over the Rangers on Wednesday, where rookie Jackson Blake delivered the decisive blow on the power play.

“The power play is about execution,” Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour said. “You always have a plan, but they executed.”

The Hurricanes’ defense has also stepped up. Dmitry Orlov has hit a career-high six-game points streak and remains a key contributor from the blue line with 14 points this season.

Goaltending remains a concern, however, as Spencer Martin continues to shoulder the load with Pyotr Kochetkov in concussion protocol.

“We put him into a bit of a tough spot, obviously,” Brind’Amour said of Martin. “Throw to the wolves a little bit, but he’s handling it. That’s crucial.”

Panthers Look to Regain Their Groove

The Florida Panthers are seeking consistency as they embark on a tough back-to-back series with the Hurricanes. Florida ended a recent slump with a decisive 5-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday, showing flashes of the form that won them last year’s Stanley Cup.

Still, Florida coach Paul Maurice knows there’s work to be done.

“We’re not as strong defensively from our net to our forwards as I would like us to be,” Maurice admitted. “We look like there’s potential there to get better.”

Florida’s Sam Reinhart is a standout player to watch, leading the NHL with 17 goals, including an impressive four short-handed tallies. Reinhart’s ability to generate offense in all situations poses a significant challenge for the Hurricanes.

Key Storylines

Hurricanes’ Home Dominance

Carolina’s nine-game home winning streak matches the second-longest in franchise history. The Hurricanes have been virtually unbeatable at home since their season opener.

Panthers’ Road Resilience

Florida is aiming to find momentum on the road as they face the daunting task of beating a team firing on all cylinders.

Battle of Special Teams

With Carolina’s surging power play and Florida’s aggressive penalty-killing led by Reinhart, the special teams battle could decide the outcome.

What’s at Stake

This matchup kicks off a home-and-home series that will provide a measuring stick for both teams as they aim to solidify their positions in the standings. For the Hurricanes, it’s a chance to continue their dominance. For the Panthers, it’s an opportunity to rediscover the form that propelled them to a championship.

Can Carolina’s high-flying offense continue to overwhelm opponents? Or will the Panthers’ firepower and defensive adjustments disrupt the Hurricanes’ streak? All eyes will be on Raleigh as this exciting clash unfolds.