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Game time: December 21, 2024 at 1:30 PM ET

Venue: Bridgestone Arena — Nashville, TN

Article updated Dec 20, 10:25 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Los Angeles Kings will be facing off against the Nashville Predators in a game where the Kings will be looking to move up the Pacific Division standings. The game is set

Game outlook

The Los Angeles Kings will be facing off against the Nashville Predators in a game where the Kings will be looking to move up the Pacific Division standings. The game is set to take place at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 PM ET. The Kings are coming off a strong 7-3 win over Philadelphia, while the Predators suffered a close 5-4 loss to Pittsburgh in their last game. Nashville has had success against Los Angeles in the past, with a record of 6-3-1 in their last 10 meetings. Despite this, Los Angeles opens as the betting favorite at -120, with the line remaining unchanged. For more information and predictions on this matchup, continue reading.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Kings -120 | Predators +104

Spread: Kings -1.5 (+215) | Predators +1.5 (-258)

Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 55%.

Los Angeles Kings

The Los Angeles Kings bounced back from a recent loss with a win over the Flyers, their second win in three games. They will look to continue their momentum in their upcoming game and aim for their second straight win. The Kings average 3.16 goals per game and scored seven goals on 27 shots in their last game. Anze Kopitar leads the team with 37 points, followed by Adrian Kempe with 31 points and Alex Laferriere with 24 points. Defensively, the Kings have been strong, allowing only 2.53 goals per game, the best in the league. Goalie Darcy Kuemper has an 8-2-4 record with a 2.36 GAA and .913 save percentage. With a power ranking of 11, the Kings are ranked 15th in offense, first in defense, and have a record of 3-5 this season.

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Nashville Predators Analysis

The Nashville Predators are coming off a loss to the Penguins, their second loss in the last three games. They will look to bounce back and secure a win in their upcoming home game on Saturday. Nashville averages 2.30 goals per game, with Filip Forsberg leading the team in points. Defensively, they have struggled, giving up 3.12 goals per game. Goalie Juuse Saros saved 15 of 20 shots in their last game, and has a 2.72 GAA and .907 save percentage. Despite their ranking, Nashville will aim to improve their performance and secure a win in their next game. Be sure to explore betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for this matchup.

Kings Poised to Dominate Predators in Upcoming Game, According to Recent Performance Trends

In the upcoming game between the Kings and the Predators, recent performance trends indicate that Los Angeles has a clear advantage. The Kings have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, winning four out of their last six road games and scoring a total of 14 goals in their most recent three road games. However, their special teams performance has been subpar, with only a 15 percent conversion rate on power play opportunities. Conversely, the Predators, despite leading the league in penalty kills, have struggled defensively, allowing nine goals in their last three home games. Offensively, Nashville has only scored eight goals in their last three games and has a 17 percent conversion rate on penalties. Given these factors, it is likely that the Kings will maintain their offensive momentum and successfully contain the Predators' offense. It is recommended to place a bet on Los Angeles to cover the money line in this matchup.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings-120 → -110Moved
  • Moneyline · Nashville Predators+104 → -110Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings-1.5 (+215) → +1.5 (-278)Moved
  • Spread · Nashville Predators+1.5 (-258) → -1.5 (+230)Moved
  • Total · Over5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Kings
3-5 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Nashville Predators
4-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T03:25:52.650Z). 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

  • 2024-11-04Los Angeles Kings 3 · Nashville Predators 0
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Nashville Predators defeated Los Angeles Kings 3-2

Nashville Predators defeated Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on December 21, 2024, a 1-goal decision in the series. Nashville Predators' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Kings +1.5 (-278) spread, Los Angeles Kings covered, while the 5 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 5.5.

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Tipster picks

  • AliencreationMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -119Loss