San Jose Sharks vs. Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/22/2024]

The Los Angeles Kings and San Jose Sharks will lock horns in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, with puck drop at 10:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Monday's Sharks vs. Kings matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

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

We have used powerful machine learning and data to simulate the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Sharks and Kings 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Kings a 73% chance of defeating the Sharks.

According to our model, the Kings (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Sharks vs. Kings Odds

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

Bet Type	Sharks	Kings
Puck Line	+1.5 (+130)	-1.5 (-140)
Moneyline	+315	-375
Total	o6 (+100)	u6 (-108)

• The Kings are listed as -1.5 favorites against the Sharks, with -140 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Sharks (+1.5) to cover the puck line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +130.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -375. That means you can risk $375 to win $100 for a total payout of $475 if they get the W.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sharks at +315, where you can put down $100 to profit $315, earning a total payout of $415 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while DraftKings currently has the best odds for the Under at -108.

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

As always, make sure you check the sports betting sites you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Sharks vs. Kings Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Sharks +1.5	+130 🔥
Moneyline	Sharks	+315
Total	Over 6	+100

When you see a 🔥, that means it's one of Dimers' best free picks of the day across all sports.

Even though the Kings are more likely to cover the puck line, our best bet of Sharks +1.5 is based on the likelihood of that happening, when compared to the top odds available.

And while the Kings are more likely to win the game, taking the Sharks moneyline is the best option because of the 3.0% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.

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Sharks vs. Kings Player Props

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

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

Our projections give Kempe an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 38.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

San Jose Sharks

Player	First Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	4.6%
Logan Couture	4.6%
Anthony Duclair	3.4%
William Eklund	3.3%
Fabian Zetterlund	3.1%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	First Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	8.1%
Kevin Fiala	6.7%
Trevor Moore	6.7%
Anze Kopitar	5.1%
Quinton Byfield	4.9%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

San Jose Sharks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	26.9%
Logan Couture	25.4%
Anthony Duclair	21.2%
Fabian Zetterlund	18.8%
William Eklund	18.1%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	38.7%
Kevin Fiala	35.3%
Trevor Moore	35.1%
Anze Kopitar	27.9%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	27.9%
Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for any changes to our betting insights ahead of the Sharks vs. Kings on Monday January 22, 2024.

Sharks vs. Kings Game Information

Monday's matchup between the Kings and Sharks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30PM ET.

• Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Los Angeles Kings
• Date: Monday January 22, 2024
• Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

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Conclusion

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