LiontipsNew Jersey vs San Jose. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 1, 2021).
Command Analysis
New Jersey are 11th in the East with 22 points. This season, the Devils have been very inconsistent and haven't been able to build a winning streak of three games. In three previous games, New Jersey suffered two defeats - to Minnesota (2:3 SO) and to Nashville (2:4), but the Devils crushed Philadelphia at home (5:2). Lindy Ruff's men play much better at home than at their opponents' courts and usually score over three goals per game.
If in previous years San Jose were considered clear outsiders, this season they have shown some decent results. In the latest games, the Sharks crushed Ottawa (6:3) at home, suffered a defeat to Toronto (1:4), and got a confident victory over Chicago (2:0). All of the Sharks' away games ended in regulation. Bob Bugner's charges are one of the most reliable teams while shorthanded: they neutralize 87.9% of the opponents' attacks during power play.
Trends
СтавкаNew Jersey IT under 3 goals
In the last 4 games against the Sharks, New Jersey scored fewer than 3 goals.
Ставка3rd period: San Jose to score
In 3 games out of 5, San Jose scored in the third period.
Tip and bets
Both sides have been inconsistent, and it is hard to pick a favorite here. The teams have already met earlier this season, and back then the winner was decided in a penalty shootout (the Devils prevailed). The Sharks are currently showing solid play and can get revenge here.
Our prediction - San Jose to win
In their last four games against San Jose, New Jersey failed to score more than two goals. The Sharks are usually very reliable in their zone and rarely concede three goals. We suggest playing the individual total of the hosts.
Second bet - New Jersey IT under 3 goals
