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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: crypto.com Arena — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Jan 3, 10:25 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Tampa Bay Lightning will face off against the Los Angeles Kings in a highly anticipated matchup between two top NHL teams. The Lightning, with a record of 7-3, are

Game outlook

The Tampa Bay Lightning will face off against the Los Angeles Kings in a highly anticipated matchup between two top NHL teams. The Lightning, with a record of 7-3, are currently in fourth place in the Atlantic Division but have suffered two consecutive losses. In contrast, the Kings hold a record of 22-10-5 and are on a three-game winning streak, propelling them to second place in the Pacific Division. The betting favorite is Los Angeles, opening at -115 with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned to see who will come out on top in this late-night tilt. Be sure to explore the latest sports betting opportunities and promotions available.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Lightning -102 | Kings -115

Spread: Lightning +1.5 (-259) | Kings -1.5 (+215)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 53%.

Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning are currently having a successful season with a strong offense leading the way, scoring an average of 3.86 goals per game. Key players such as Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, and Brandon Hagel have been instrumental in the team's success, with a total of 57 goals and 82 assists between them. Other members of the offense have also stepped up, contributing to the team's overall performance. The defense has also been impressive, allowing only 2.80 goals per game. Players like Ryan McDonagh and Victor Hedman have been crucial in bolstering the defensive unit. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has also been a standout performer with impressive statistics. With a power ranking of 1 and a record of 20-13-2, the Lightning are a formidable force in the league. For those looking to enhance their handicapping, NHL Betting picks may be worth considering to capitalize on Tampa Bay's success.

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Los Angeles Kings Analysis

The Los Angeles Kings are having a successful season with their offense performing well, scoring an average of 3.14 goals per game and totaling 12 goals in the last three games. Key players such as Anze Kopitar, Adrian Kempe, Alex Laferriere, Warren Foegele, and Kevin Fiala have contributed significantly to the team's offensive success. Additionally, defensemen Brandt Clarke and Vladislav Gavrikov have provided support from the point, adding to the team's offensive capabilities. The team's defense has been particularly strong, allowing only 2.54 goals per game and just four goals in the last two games. Key defensemen like Vladislav Gavrikov, Michael Anderson, Joel Edmondson, and Brandt Clarke have played crucial roles in the team's defensive success. Goaltender Darcy Kuemper has also been a standout performer with impressive statistics. Overall, the Kings have a power ranking of 12 and are performing well in both offense and defense. In their recent matchups against Tampa Bay, the Kings have had a successful 1-1-1 record. Considering the team's strong performance, it may be advantageous to consider selecting the Best Hockey Handicappers for further insight and analysis.

Kings Expected to Reign Victorious over Lightning in Highly Competitive NHL Matchup

The upcoming NHL game between the Lightning and the Kings is expected to be a highly competitive matchup between two top teams. The Kings, who are performing exceptionally well this season, have proven to be a formidable opponent with their offensive and defensive capabilities. Led by key players such as Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe, the Kings' forward unit is likely to dominate the offensive zone and create scoring opportunities with their quick passes. Additionally, the Kings' defense, with players like Vladislav Gavrikov and Michael Anderson, has been successful in limiting their opponents' goal-scoring opportunities, making it difficult for the Lightning to score. Given the Kings' strong performance at home, it is anticipated that they will emerge victorious in this game. Therefore, it is advisable to consider betting on the Kings to win as home Favorites.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Lightning vs Kings archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Lightning vs Kings matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tampa Bay Lightning-102 → -105Moved
  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings-115 → -112Moved
  • Spread · Tampa Bay Lightning+1.5 (-259) → +1.5 (-265)Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings-1.5 (+215) → -1.5 (+225)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Tampa Bay Lightning
7-3 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-4-2 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Los Angeles Kings
3-5 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-04T03:25:31.362Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Kings defeated Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1

Los Angeles Kings defeated Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on January 4, 2025, a 1-goal decision in the series. Los Angeles Kings' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tampa Bay Lightning +1.5 (-265) spread, Tampa Bay Lightning covered, while the 3 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 5.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JoeyBergTotal · Under 6 (-110)Win
  • TjwinsMoneyline · Tampa Bay Lightning +105Loss