In my opinion, the most likely winner will be "Los Angeles". The team performs confidently on their home ice, while the visiting team from "Buffalo" shows weak performances in away games. "Sabres" goalkeeper Luukkonen has returned from injury, which may affect his performance. In addition, the status of key players Thompson and Tacka from "Buffalo" is questionable. Based on these factors, the home team has the advantage and the greatest chances of winning.
I assume that in this match Buffalo has the advantage. The team has shown good performance in recent games, and considering the absence of the main goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings, Buffalo's chances of winning increase. Additionally, the Kings have been showing inconsistent results, while Buffalo looks like a more structured and stable team.
In a match between teams preferring to play in an attacking style, the total is likely to be higher. Both teams have strong forward lines that can shine on the ice. The average number of goals scored in games involving them is six, indicating the potential for a high score. An active game is expected from both sides, which contributes to an increase in the number of goals. The odds for the over total also confirm the possibility of a high number of goals.