Detroit Red Wings vs. Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/4/2024]

The Los Angeles Kings and Detroit Red Wings are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, starting at 10:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Thursday's Red Wings vs. Kings matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Red Wings vs. Kings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used advanced machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Red Wings and Kings 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Kings a 62% chance of beating the Red Wings.

According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going under.

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Red Wings vs. Kings Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Red Wings	Kings
Puck Line	+1.5 (-160)	-1.5 (+136)
Moneyline	+154	-178
Total	o6.5 (+102)	u6.5 (-114)

• The Kings are listed as -1.5 favorites versus the Red Wings, with +136 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Red Wings (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -160.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -178. That means you can risk $178 to win $100 for a total payout of $278 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Red Wings at +154, where you can bet $100 to profit $154, earning a total payout of $254 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +102, while FanDuel currently has the best odds for the Under at -114.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Red Wings vs. Kings Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Red Wings +1.5	-160
Moneyline	Red Wings	+154
Total	Under 6.5	-114

While the Kings are more likely to win the game, betting on the Red Wings moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

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Red Wings vs. Kings Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Kings?

According to our model, Los Angeles' Adrian Kempe is most likely to score the first goal in Red Wings vs. Kings.

Our projections give Kempe a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 38.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Detroit Red Wings

Player	First Goal Probability
Dylan Larkin	5.9%
Patrick Kane	4.8%
Alex DeBrincat	4.7%
Lucas Raymond	4.0%
Daniel Sprong	3.2%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	First Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	7.1%
Trevor Moore	6.4%
Kevin Fiala	5.8%
Anze Kopitar	5.6%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	5.0%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Detroit Red Wings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Dylan Larkin	30.1%
Alex DeBrincat	24.7%
Patrick Kane	24.0%
Lucas Raymond	20.4%
David Perron	20.0%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	38.2%
Trevor Moore	34.9%
Kevin Fiala	30.9%
Anze Kopitar	29.1%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	27.1%
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for any changes to our betting insights ahead of the Red Wings vs. Kings on Thursday January 4, 2024.

Red Wings vs. Kings Game Information

Thursday's game between the Kings and Red Wings at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:30PM ET.

• Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Los Angeles Kings
• Date: Thursday January 4, 2024
• Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

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Conclusion

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