Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/18/2024]

The Los Angeles Kings will take on the Nashville Predators in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, beginning at 10:00PM ET.

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

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

We have used powerful machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Predators and Kings 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Kings a 59% chance of defeating the Predators.

According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 57% chance of going under.

Today's Nashville vs. Los Angeles betting preview is sponsored by BetMGM Sportsbook, which has a Bet $5, Get $158 in Bonus Bets offer for new users.

Predators vs. Kings Odds

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

Bet Type	Predators	Kings
Puck Line	+1.5 (-198)	-1.5 (+168)
Moneyline	+124	-144
Total	o6.5 (+112)	u6.5 (-140)

• The Kings are -1.5 favorites versus the Predators, with +168 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Predators (+1.5) to cover the puck line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on the market at -198.
• FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -144. That means you can risk $144 to win $100 for a total payout of $244 if they get the W.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Predators at +124, where you can bet $100 to profit $124, earning a total payout of $224 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +112, as well as the best odds for the Under at -140.

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

As always, make sure you check all of the legal sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Predators vs. Kings Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Kings -1.5	+168
Moneyline	Kings	-144
Total	Under 6.5	-140

Although the Predators are more likely to cover the puck line, our best bet of Kings -1.5 is based on the likelihood of that happening, when compared to the best odds available.

Dimers' NHL best bets are based on detailed simulations and betting expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Predators vs. Kings Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Predators vs. Kings?

According to our model, Nashville's Filip Forsberg is most likely to score the first goal in Predators vs. Kings.

Our projections give Forsberg a 7.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Predators star is a 37.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Nashville Predators

Player	First Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	7.8%
Gustav Nyquist	4.2%
Ryan O'Reilly	4.0%
Luke Evangelista	4.0%
Yakov Trenin	2.9%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	First Goal Probability
Trevor Moore	6.8%
Adrian Kempe	6.8%
Kevin Fiala	5.8%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	5.0%
Anze Kopitar	4.6%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Nashville Predators

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	37.9%
Ryan O'Reilly	23.0%
Gustav Nyquist	22.9%
Luke Evangelista	18.5%
Roman Josi	18.1%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	34.2%
Trevor Moore	33.5%
Kevin Fiala	29.8%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	24.9%
Anze Kopitar	24.9%
Don't forget, our model updates often, so refresh this page for any changes to our betting analysis before the Predators vs. Kings on Thursday January 18, 2024.

Predators vs. Kings Game Information

Thursday's game between the Kings and Predators at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:00PM ET.

• Who: Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings
• Date: Thursday January 18, 2024
• Time: 10:00PM ET / 7:00PM PT
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

Our full coverage of Predators vs. Kings includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live win probabilities.

How to Bet on Predators vs. Kings

Looking to join an online sportsbook and start betting on the NHL? Check out the best sports betting promos in your state.

Conclusion

This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on Thursday's Predators vs. Kings contest, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control are performed to ensure the content meets our editorial guidelines.

Dimers' picks and predictions are made thanks to 10,000 simulations per game, using reliable and up-to-date data sources and analytical methods. While these Predators vs. Kings picks can help you make informed decisions, it's crucial that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively.

For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

When you click or tap on a link on Dimers that goes to a third-party website that we have a commercial relationship with (such as a sportsbook), we may get a referral fee at no additional cost to you.

More on NHL

Stay well-informed with the latest NHL news and our analytics-driven NHL picks and parlays all season long. Plus, our Stanley Cup odds give you the most up-to-date numbers and the best available odds on the Stanley Cup winner.