Ny Islanders vs Boston Bruins Picks and Predictions November 27th 2024

New York Islanders vs Boston Bruins November 27th 2024

Planning on watching today’s Bruins and Islanders game? Catch the action at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, as the Islanders hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Islanders as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals.

Boston vs. New York Key Information

• Teams: Bruins at Islanders
• Where: UBS Arena Elmont
• Date: Wednesday, November 27th
• Betting Odds NYI -133 | BOS +112 O/U 5.5

The Bruins Can Win If…

Boston evened their record at 10-10-3 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken. The Bruins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23, followed by Charlie Coyle at 9:57. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.

Justin Brazeau opened the scoring for the Bruins, netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd goal of the year, which came on a power play.

The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the 10:03 mark in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.

Boston’s defense was rock solid, securing a shutout in their 2-0 win over the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The Bruins’ defense also added 5 takeaways and 15 hits.

• Boston will look to keep things rolling as they have put together a mark of 2-1 over their past three games. However, they have only gone 0-3 vs. the puck line over this stretch. Their over-under record in these three games was 0-3.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Bruins have gone 4-6 straight up. Against the spread, Boston went 0-10 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 2-7-1.

The Islanders Can Win If…

The Islanders fell to 8-9-5 after a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Going into the game, the total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. The Islanders, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.

New York’s defense struggled, allowing the first goal just 3:44 into the game. They trailed 2-0 before Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period. The Rangers responded with another goal, and the Islanders couldn’t catch up.

In their 5-2 loss to the Rangers, the Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with Nelson’s goal coming just eight seconds before the end of the second period.

The Islanders had 23 giveaways and didn’t score in the first or third periods. Pierre Engvall picked up his first assist of the season on Cizikas’ goal, and Anders Lee recorded his third assist on Nelson’s goal.

Defensively, the Islanders gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the first period and allowed two more in the third, resulting in a 5-2 loss. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 12 takeaways and 17 hits.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Islanders have gone 1-2 straight up. Across these games, their puck line record was just 1-2, while posting an over-under record of 1-2.
• Across New York’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 4-6. This includes going 7-3 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 5-4-1.

The Lean

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Islanders to secure a victory over the Bruins at home. With the moneyline currently set at -133, I’m locking in my bet on the Islanders straight-up.

If you’re looking for a puck line bet, I’d suggest going with the Bruins to cover. Even in the event of a Islanders victory, this game is expected to be closely fought, and the Bruins should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 5.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

Daily NHL Picks & Predictions

Islanders, Bruins Aim to Revive Struggling Offenses in Crucial Matchup

As American Thanksgiving approaches—a traditional checkpoint for assessing NHL playoff prospects—the New York Islanders and Boston Bruins find themselves grappling with offensive challenges. With both teams outside the playoff picture, Wednesday’s matchup in Elmont, N.Y., offers a chance to reverse their fortunes.

Islanders: Late-Game Woes Undermine Strong Starts

The Islanders enter the game after a frustrating 4-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on Monday, continuing a troubling trend of third-period collapses. In four of their last five games (1-3-1), they’ve surrendered leads in the final frame, undermining otherwise solid defensive performances.

Through 22 games, New York has allowed one goal or fewer in the first two periods 14 times but holds a middling 5-5-4 record in such contests. Offensively, the Islanders rank 27th in the NHL with just 54 goals, despite being eighth in shots taken (659). The lack of finishing power has been a persistent issue.

“We’re not getting the bounces right now, and we’ve got to push through it,” said captain Anders Lee, reflecting on the Islanders’ inability to pad leads or close games. “And obviously, we’ve got to find a way to keep the puck out of the net in the third period.”

Bruins: Searching for Scoring Consistency Under New Leadership

Meanwhile, the Bruins face similar struggles. On Tuesday, they fell 2-0 to the Vancouver Canucks, managing just 50 goals through 23 games—ranking 30th in the NHL. Despite outshooting Vancouver 32-15, Boston failed to convert, marking the eighth straight game with three goals or fewer.

Interim head coach Joe Sacco, who stepped in after Jim Montgomery was fired on Nov. 19, acknowledged the offensive shortfall.

“We’re defending hard and giving ourselves a chance to compete,” Sacco said. “But offensively, we have to get some guys going and find their scoring touch.”

Boston’s power play woes were evident on Tuesday as they failed to capitalize on three opportunities, including a critical stretch after former Bruin Jake DeBrusk’s second-period goal put Vancouver ahead.

Playoff Stakes Add Urgency

The Islanders and Bruins are separated by just two points, with Boston tied with Buffalo for the Eastern Conference’s final wild-card spot. A victory for either team could provide the spark needed to climb the standings.

Key Challenges for Both Teams

1. For the Islanders:
   • Improve third-period composure and defensive resilience.
   • Convert more of their high shot volume into goals.
2. For the Bruins:
   • Regain power-play effectiveness and offensive efficiency.
   • Build momentum under Sacco’s leadership.

Path to Improvement

Both teams must focus on finishing scoring chances. The Islanders need to translate their shot dominance into goals, while the Bruins must rediscover their offensive rhythm to complement their solid defensive play.

Wednesday’s game isn’t just another matchup—it’s a litmus test for which team can adapt, persevere, and strengthen their playoff bid.

Conclusion

As two struggling offenses collide, the Islanders and Bruins share a common goal: reigniting their scoring touch before it’s too late. With playoff hopes hanging in the balance, Wednesday’s game promises to be a battle of determination and strategy. Only one team will leave the ice with renewed confidence, while the other will face mounting pressure in the race for postseason contention.