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

Published 12:36 pm Friday, December 20, 2024

Looking to place some wagers on the upcoming game (Saturday at 1:30 PM ET) between the Los Angeles Kings and the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena Below, we offer our best bets, along with our picks and predictions for this matchup.

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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, 14 of Los Angeles’ 32 games have gone over Saturday’s over/under of 5.5 goals.
  • A total of 13 of Nashville’s games have finished with more than 5.5 goals this season.
  • The Kings score 3.16 goals per game, compared to the Predators’ average of 2.3, adding up to 0.0 fewer goals than this contest’s total of 5.5.
  • The 5.6 goals per game these two teams are giving up on average are 0.2 more than the total for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Kings Moneyline: -117

  • The Kings are 12-6 when listed as a moneyline favorite this season.
  • Los Angeles is 12-6 (winning 66.7% of its games) when it has played with moneyline odds of -117 or shorter.
  • The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Kings have a 53.9% chance to win.

Predators Moneyline: -102

  • Nashville has pulled off an upset victory once when playing as the moneyline underdog this season (in 13 games as the underdog).
  • When the Predators’ moneyline odds are -102 or longer, they have won a single game out of 13 opportunities.
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win this matchup is 50.5% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Los Angeles 3, Nashville 2

Kings Points Leaders

  • One of Los Angeles’ top offensive options this season is Anze Kopitar, who has recorded 37 points in 32 games.
  • With 16 goals and 15 assists, Adrian Kempe is one of the most important contributors for Los Angeles with his 31 points (one per game).
  • Los Angeles’ scoring effort is aided by Alex Laferriere’s 31 points. He’s contributed 12 assists.
  • In the 18 games David Rittich has played this season, his save percentage is .891, 45th in the league.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is a top offensive contributor for his club with 24 points (0.7 per game). He has totaled nine goals and 15 assists in 33 games (playing 18:56 per game).
  • Nashville’s Roman Josi has racked up 23 total points (0.7 per game), with seven goals and 16 assists.
  • Jonathan Marchessault has nine goals and 11 assists, for a season point total of 20.
  • Juuse Saros’ record stands at 7-14-6 on the season, giving up 72 goals (2.7 goals against average) and collecting 698 saves with a .906 save percentage (25th in the league).

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 -117
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 -102
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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