LiontipsSan Jose vs Arizona. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 8, 2021).
Command Analysis
San Jose ended their four-game losing streak and beat Colorado in the return match (3:2). Goaltender Kořenář deserves praise for stopping 30 out of 32 shots. In the first game, the Sharks were also close to victory but lost to the Avalanche in overtime (4:5). This time the goal was defended by Jones, who was not so reliable.
We must say that the Sharks still have chances to get into the playoffs. At the moment, the team is on the seventh line of the Western Division, with 48 points.
Arizona had a series of home games, which kicked off with a confident victory over Vegas (3:0). Goalie Hill had a shutout performance, stopping all 25 shots at his goal. However, Arizona didn't build on their success and were beaten by the Golden Knights (2: 3 OT) in the next fixture.
Then the Coyotes met with Los Angeles, losing twice with the scores of 2:3 and 2:4. The Coyotes have been on the downturn for a long time, and they keep losing points. Worst of all is their away performance, where they managed to achieve only one victory in eight games.
Trends
Ставка1st Period: Total Over 1.5
In two head-to-head games in a row, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In just one head-to-head game out of nine, the teams didn't score in each period.
Tip and bets
At home, San Jose have an excellent chance of earning points. Arizona have been in terrible form for a long time, so it is too risky to bet on the guests to win. We are going to opt for the victory for the Sharks.
Our prediction is San Jose to win with a handicap (0).
The head-to-head games almost always have plenty of goals to keep the viewers entertained. In just one game out of seven, the clubs didn't score more than five goals. we believe that is a good opportunity to bet on total over.
Second prediction - total over 5.5 goals
