Panthers vs. Islanders Prediction: Florida Predicted to Win Sunday's NHL Matchup [3/16/2025]

The NY Islanders and Florida Panthers will meet in the NHL at UBS Arena on Sunday, starting at 7:30PM ET.

Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Florida-NY Islanders game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Panthers with a win probability of 57%, while the Islanders have 42%."

For expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Islanders predictions page.

READER EXCLUSIVE: Use code 20HOCKEY at checkout now to get 20% off your first month of Dimers Pro! Hurry, this offer won't last long.

Panthers vs. Panthers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL game between the Panthers and Islanders 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 57% chance of defeating the Islanders.

According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Panthers vs. Islanders Odds

We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Panthers	Islanders
Puck Line	-1.5 (+170)	+1.5 (-205)
Moneyline	-150	+130
Total	o5.5 (-105)	u5.5 (-112)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Make the most of your sports betting experience by exploring our comprehensive list of US betting apps, and the latest sportsbooks in 2025, ensuring you never miss a top new-user deal.

Panthers vs. Islanders Picks and Best Bets

Our model's biggest edge in today's Panthers vs. Islanders matchup is on the over/under.

Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Panthers vs. Islanders Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Panthers vs. Islanders?

According to our model, Florida's Carter Verhaeghe is most likely to score the first goal in Panthers vs. Islanders.

Our projections give Verhaeghe a 7.3% chance of scoring the first goal at UBS Arena, while the Panthers star is a 30.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Florida Panthers

Player	First Goal Probability
Carter Verhaeghe	7.3%
Sam Reinhart	7.1%
Sam Bennett	5.9%

NY Islanders

Player	First Goal Probability
Bo Horvat	7.0%
Anthony Duclair	4.9%
Kyle Palmieri	4.8%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Florida Panthers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Sam Reinhart	32.9%
Carter Verhaeghe	30.9%
Sam Bennett	28.2%

NY Islanders

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Bo Horvat	32.4%
Kyle Palmieri	27.3%
Anthony Duclair	25.0%

Panthers vs. Isles Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Sunday's action between the Islanders and Panthers at UBS Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Florida Panthers vs. NY Islanders
• Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
• Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: UBS Arena

Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Panthers vs. Islanders matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Florida vs. NY Islanders picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Conclusion

We predict the Panthers, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Sunday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Islanders insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Note: Clicking links to our partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.

More on NHL

Keep up with the latest NHL news, NHL best bets and parlay picks throughout the season. Plus, our Stanley Cup odds offer the latest probabilities for the Stanley Cup title.