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

Published 11:46 am Friday, December 20, 2024

There are a variety of betting options to consider for the upcoming game that has the Los Angeles Kings taking on the Nashville Predators at 1:30 PM ET on Saturday, December 21. To get you ready to place a bet or put together a parlay, take a look at our best bets and projections below.

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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.
  • So far this season, 13 games Nashville has played finished with over 5.5 goals.
  • 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 over/under 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: -112

  • The Kings have won 66.7% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (12-6).
  • When it has played with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter, Los Angeles has put together a 12-6 record (winning 66.7% of its games).
  • The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Kings have a 52.8% chance to win.

Predators Moneyline: -107

  • In 13 games as an underdog on the moneyline, Nashville has achieved the upset one time.
  • The Predators have one victory in matches with moneyline odds of -107 or longer (in 13 chances).
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win is 51.7% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Los Angeles 3, Nashville 2

Kings Points Leaders

  • With 10 goals and 27 assists this season, Anze Kopitar is one of Los Angeles’ leading contributors (37 points).
  • Adrian Kempe has 31 points (16 goals, 15 assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • With 24 points through 32 games (12 goals and 12 assists), Alex Laferriere has been an important part of Los Angeles’ offensive attack this season.
  • Across 18 games played, David Rittich has a goaltending record of 10-7-0. During those games, he’s allowed 39 goals while recording 318 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg’s nine goals and 15 assists in 33 matchups give him 24 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • 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 7-14-6 record this season, with a .906 save percentage (25th in the league). In 27 games, he has 698 saves, and has given up 72 goals (2.7 goals against average).

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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