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

Published 12:39 pm Friday, December 20, 2024

Whether you’re wanting to place a single bet or have your sights set on putting together a parlay, Saturday’s game at 1:30 PM ET between the Los Angeles Kings and the Nashville Predators features a slew of betting options. Before the puck drops, check out our best bets 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)

  • Los Angeles and its opponent have combined for more than Saturday’s total of 5.5 goals 14 times this season.
  • A total of 13 of Nashville’s games have ended with more than 5.5 goals this season.
  • 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 allowing 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 won 66.7% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (12-6).
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter, Los Angeles is 12-6 (winning 66.7% of the time).
  • The Kings have a 52.8% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this game.

Predators Moneyline: -107

  • Nashville has played as the underdog on the moneyline 13 times this season, and won one time.
  • When the Predators’ moneyline odds are -107 or longer, they have won a single game in 13 opportunities.
  • 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

  • A productive offensive player this season for Los Angeles, Anze Kopitar has put up 37 points.
  • Adrian Kempe has 31 points (16 goals, 15 assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • Los Angeles’ offensive effort is aided by Alex Laferriere’s 31 points. He’s contributed 12 assists.
  • As Los Angeles’ top goalie, David Rittich has recorded 10 wins and 7 losses this season while allowing 39 goals with 318 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Nashville’s Filip Forsberg has totaled 15 assists and nine goals in 33 games, good for 24 points.
  • 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 amassing 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 -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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