LiontipsSan Jose vs Buffalo. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (November 3, 2021).
Command Analysis
The San Jose Sharkshad a flying start to the season and mounted a winning streak of four games. After that, the Sharks went into a downturn and lost three games is a row - to Nashville (1:3), Montreal (0:4), and Boston (3:4).
In the last game, San Jose prevailed over Winnipeg in overtime (2:1 OT) thanks to excellent play of goalie Reimer, who stopped 34 out of 35 shots.
The Buffalo Sabres lost 3 out of the last 5 games. They were defeated by Boston (1:4) and Los Angeles (2:3), and also yielded to New Jersey in overtime. The Sabres earned three points in the other 2 games, beating Anaheim (4:3 ОТ) and unexpectedly crushing Tampa (5:1). Goaltender Anderson had a great game against Tampa and saved 97% of all the shots at his goal.
Thanks to a successful start to the season, Buffalo are 5th in the Western Conference table with 11 points in the asset.
Trends
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, goals were scored in each period.
In 2 head-to-head games out of 3, Buffalo scored first.
Tip and bets
San Jose will try to capitalize on the home advantage today. This is a good chance for the Sharks to start earning points, because Buffalo do not look so confident away from home.
Our prediction - San Jose to win
The teams do not normally score a lot in head-to-head games. Neither side have a very powerful attacking line, so we suggest betting on the total under.
Second bet -total under 6 goals
