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

Published 11:36 am Friday, December 20, 2024

On Saturday, December 21 at 1:30 PM ET, the Los Angeles Kings are scheduled to take on the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. For best bets, picks, and predictions for this game, read on.

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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 over/under of 5.5 goals 14 times this season.
  • A total of 13 of Nashville’s games have finished with more than 5.5 goals this season.
  • These two teams combine for 5.5 goals per game, 0.040000000000000036 less than the over/under set for this contest.
  • This game’s over/under is 0.2 less than the 5.6 goals these two teams concede per game combined.

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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).
  • Los Angeles is 12-6 (winning 66.7% of its games) when it has played with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter.
  • The Kings’ implied moneyline win probability is 52.8% in this game.

Predators Moneyline: -107

  • In 13 games as the moneyline underdog, Nashville has pulled off the upset once.
  • When the Predators’ moneyline odds are -107 or longer, they have won a single game out of 13 opportunities.
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win is 51.7% based on the moneyline odds.

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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 is another of Los Angeles’ top contributors currently with 31 total points (16 goals and 15 assists) to his name.
  • On 66 shots (for 12 goals) and 12 assists, Alex Laferriere has created 24 points this season.
  • David Rittich (10-7-0) has a 2.5 goals against average and a save percentage of .891 for Los Angeles.

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 is crucial for Nashville’s offense with 23 total points (0.7 per game), including seven goals and 16 assists through 29 games.
  • Jonathan Marchessault has nine goals and 11 assists, for a season point total of 20.
  • Juuse Saros has a record of 7-14-6 in 27 games this season, conceding 72 goals (2.7 goals against average) with 698 saves and 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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