Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Thursday, Jan. 18

We have your Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Nashville Predators hit the road to face the Los Angeles Kings.

The Nashville Predators (24-19-1) are set to face off against the Los Angeles Kings (21-12-8) in a highly anticipated matchup. With both teams jockeying for playoff positioning, this game could have significant implications on the standings.

Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Odds Info

Moneyline: Nashville Predators +125 (BetRivers) / Los Angeles Kings -150 (BetMGM)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Nashville Predators -195 (BetRivers) / Los Angeles Kings +160 (BetRivers)

Total: 6.0 – -110 (BetMGM) / -103 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: Thursday, Jan. 18

Time: 10:00 PM

Location: Crypto.com Arena – Los Angeles, CA

TV: ESPN+

Nashville Predators Betting Trends

• This season, the Nashville Predators have hit 23 overs and 21 unders.
• On the road this season, the Nashville Predators have hit 13 overs and 7 unders.
• As the underdog this season, the Nashville Predators have hit 16 overs and 9 unders.

Los Angeles Kings Betting Trends

• This season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 16 overs and 25 unders.
• At home this season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 9 overs and 10 unders.
• As the favorite this season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 11 overs and 19 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Nashville Predators and the Los Angeles Kings have faced off three times, with the Predators emerging victorious in two of those encounters while the Kings claimed one win. The visiting team has had the upper hand, securing two wins compared to the home team’s single victory. When it comes to betting statistics, Nashville has proven to be the better bet, covering the spread in two out of the three games, whereas Los Angeles has only covered once. In terms of totals, bettors favoring the ‘Over’ would have been satisfied in two of the games, with the ‘Under’ hitting just once. The games have been competitive, with the most recent match ending in a tie in regulation time, leading to a shootout. The Predators have shown a slight edge in power play performance, converting at a rate of 50.0% in the most recent game, while the Kings failed to capitalize on their power play opportunities, posting a 0.0% success rate. Faceoff win percentages were in favor of the Kings with 54.9%, compared to the Predators’ 45.1%.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on March 11, 2023, and ended in a 1-1 tie after regulation and overtime. The scoring was opened by Mikey Anderson of the Kings with a snap shot, assisted by Gabriel Vilardi and Alex Iafallo at 9:32 of the first period. The Predators responded with a goal from Tommy Novak, also with a snap shot, late in the first period, with an assist from Cody Glass. The game remained deadlocked through the subsequent periods and overtime. The deciding factor came in the shootout, where Matt Duchene of the Predators scored the lone goal, securing a 1-0 shootout victory for Nashville. The Predators’ goaltender, Kevin Lankinen, and the Kings’ Pheonix Copley both showcased strong performances, with save percentages of 0.963 and 0.967, respectively. Despite the tie in regulation, the Predators managed to claim the win, demonstrating resilience and the ability to perform under pressure.

Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Predictions

The Nashville Predators are hitting the ice with determination after a recent loss, looking to regain their stride against the Los Angeles Kings. The Predators, led by Filip Forsberg’s impressive 22 goals and Roman Josi’s playmaking abilities, have shown they can be a formidable force, especially on the power play where they’ve been effective. However, consistency has been an issue, and they’ll need to shore up defensively against a Kings team that has shown resilience despite a recent slump.

Los Angeles, on the other hand, has been struggling to find the back of the net consistently, with their scoring spread across the roster. Anze Kopitar remains a key figure for the Kings, contributing significantly in both goals and assists. The Kings will be looking to leverage their home-ice advantage at the Crypto.com Arena to snap out of their funk and climb higher in the Pacific Division standings. With both teams experiencing inconsistency, this game could hinge on which team can capitalize on their opportunities and maintain defensive discipline.

This game will also feature a battle between the pipes, with goaltenders from both teams playing pivotal roles in their team’s success. Special teams could also play a crucial role, as both squads have had their moments on the power play and penalty kill this season. As the Predators and Kings clash, it will be a test of wills, with each team looking to make a statement and secure crucial points as the playoff race heats up.

Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Pick

The matchup between the Nashville Predators and the Los Angeles Kings presents a compelling case for the ‘Under’ to be the smart pick. Both teams have shown a tendency towards lower-scoring games recently, with the Kings hitting the ‘Under’ in 25 of their games this season and the Predators also leaning towards the ‘Under’ in their road games. The Kings’ struggle to score consistently, combined with the Predators’ need to tighten up defensively, suggests that this game may not be a high-scoring affair. Additionally, the historic head-to-head data indicates that ‘Under’ has hit in the majority of their recent matchups, further supporting the trend that these two teams may not light up the scoreboard.

Furthermore, with both teams experiencing a bit of inconsistency and the pressure of the playoff race looming, it’s likely that a more cautious and defensively responsible game will unfold. The goaltenders on both sides have the ability to steal games, and with the Predators’ recent loss and the Kings’ home-ice advantage, both teams will be looking to minimize mistakes. Considering these factors, along with the current odds and betting trends, the ‘Under’ appears to be the prudent choice for this encounter at the Crypto.com Arena.

The Pick: Under 6.0 -110 (BetMGM)

Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

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