Hannover 96's recent form shows one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five matches, with a defensive record of conceding multiple goals in three of those games.
In contrast, SC Paderborn 07 have won three of their last five, including a 0-2 away victory in the head-to-head meeting this season.
The statistical profile is closely matched, with both teams averaging similar shots per game, though Hannover typically sees more possession.
Paderborn's more consistent results in this period, particularly their direct success in the previous fixture, provides a factual basis for their favoritism.