How to Pick the Kings vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 21

Published 11:39 am Friday, December 20, 2024

If you’re looking for best bets for the Los Angeles Kings’ upcoming game against the Nashville Predators on Saturday at 1:30 PM ET, then you’ve found the right spot. Read on, as we offer our picks and predictions for this showdown.

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Kings vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.6 goals)

  • This season, Los Angeles games have gone over this one’s 5.5-goal total 14 times.
  • In Nashville’s 33 games this season, 13 have finished with more goals than Saturday’s total of 5.5.
  • The total for this game (5.5) is 0.0 more than the combined scoring averages for the Kings (3.16) and the Predators (2.3).
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 5.6 goals per game, 0.2 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Kings Moneyline: -112

  • The Kings have been victorious in 12 of their 18 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (66.7%).
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter, Los Angeles has put together a 12-6 record (winning 66.7% of its games).
  • Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Kings have an implied probability of 52.8% to win.

Predators Moneyline: -107

  • Nashville has played as the underdog on the moneyline 13 times this season, and won one time.
  • The Predators have won a single game with moneyline odds of -107 or longer (in 13 such games).
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win this matchup is 51.7% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Los Angeles 3, Nashville 2

Kings Points Leaders

  • Anze Kopitar is one of Los Angeles’ leading contributors this season with 37 points. He has averaged 0.3 goals per game, shooting 25.6%.
  • Adrian Kempe has 31 points (16 goals, 15 assists) to add to the team’s scoring efforts.
  • Los Angeles’ offensive effort is aided by Alex Laferriere’s 31 points. He’s contributed 12 assists.
  • In 18 games played this season, David Rittich (10-7-0) has allowed 39 goals.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is among the top options on offense for Nashville, with 24 points this season. He has recorded nine goals and 15 assists in 33 games.
  • Roman Josi’s 23 points this season, including seven goals and 16 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Nashville.
  • Jonathan Marchessault has scored nine goals and contributed 11 assists for Nashville, giving him a point total of 20.
  • Juuse Saros has a .906 save percentage (25th in the league), with 698 total saves, while conceding 72 goals (2.7 goals against average). He has put up a 7-14-6 record between the posts for Nashville this season.

Kings’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/14/2024 Rangers W 5-1 Away -110
12/17/2024 Penguins L 3-2 Away -145
12/19/2024 Flyers W 7-3 Away -162
12/21/2024 Predators Away -112
12/22/2024 Capitals Away
12/28/2024 Oilers Home
12/29/2024 Flyers Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/14/2024 Avalanche L 5-2 Away +146
12/17/2024 Rangers W 2-0 Home -148
12/19/2024 Penguins L 5-4 Home -158
12/21/2024 Kings Home -107
12/23/2024 Hurricanes Home
12/27/2024 Blues Away
12/30/2024 Jets Away

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Los Angeles vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
  • Time: 1:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: NHL Network
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Location: Nashville, Tennessee
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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