- The Kings are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Predators
- Predators vs. Kings Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: FDW | FDSO
The Nashville Predators (34-31) visit Crypto.com Arena to take on the Los Angeles Kings (29-26) on Apr. 2 in Los Angeles, CA. The puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 pm.
The Kings are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+190).
The Predators vs. Kings Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Predators vs. Kings Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
Predators vs Kings Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Kings will win this game with 55.3% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Predators vs Kings Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Predators will cover the spread with 50.2% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 19 of their last 25 away games (+11.10 Units / 29% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Game Total Under in 9 of their last 13 away games (+6.15 Units / 44% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 7 of their last 11 games (+6.10 Units / 51% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 11 of their last 25 games (+5.40 Units / 21% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 away games (+5.00 Units / 15% ROI)
Kings Best Bets & Trends
- The Los Angeles Kings have covered the 1P Puck Line in 11 of their last 14 games (+10.40 Units / 52% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the 1P Moneyline in 9 of their last 14 games (+7.00 Units / 42% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the Game Total Over in 13 of their last 20 games at home (+6.65 Units / 31% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the 3P Game Total Over in 12 of their last 20 games at home (+5.35 Units / 21% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games (+5.10 Units / 18% ROI)
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 40-34 against the spread this NHL season (-4.15 Units / -3.31% ROI).
- Predators are 34-40 when betting on the Moneyline for -3.5 Units /-4.3% ROI
- Predators are 34-37 when betting the Over for -7.2 Units / -8.7% ROI
- Predators are 37-34 when betting the Under for +0.4 Units /0.5% ROI
Kings Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Kings are 28-46 against the spread this NHL season (-21.9 Units /-20.67% ROI).
- Kings are 30-44 when betting on the Moneyline for -25.05 Units / -25.64% ROI
- Kings are 33-40 when betting the Over for -10.15 Units / -12.6% ROI
- Kings are 40-33 when betting the Under for +3.55 Units / 4.29% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Kings vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin (LAK) | 1.5 +180 | 1.5 -250 |
| Alex Laferriere (LAK) | 0.5 -115 | 0.5 -115 |
| Quinton Byfield (LAK) | 0.5 -125 | 0.5 -105 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -155 | 0.5 +115 |
| Drew Doughty (LAK) | 0.5 +145 | 0.5 -200 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Kings vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Laferriere (LAK) | 2.5 -145 | 2.5 +105 |
| Scott Laughton (LAK) | 1.5 -130 | 1.5 -105 |
| Quinton Byfield (LAK) | 2.5 +125 | 2.5 -175 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 +100 | 2.5 -140 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 1.5 -165 | 1.5 +125 |
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Kings
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 103-119 (.464) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are undefeated (18-0) when allowing 2 or fewer non-shootout goals this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .834
The Predators were 12-24 (.333) when recording less than 30 shots on goal last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .467
Kings: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Kings are 15-29 (.341) when tied after the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Kings are 30-42 (.417) this season — 5th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Kings were 39-2 (.951) when scoring 3 or more non-shootout goals last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .754
The Kings are 18-21 (.462) when winning the xG advantage this season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .639
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators scored on 5% of cycle chances in the third period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Predators have scored on 9% of rush chances since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Predators have 88 forecheck chances while tied this season — most among NHL Teams
Kings Offensive Stats & Trends
The Kings have scored on 9% of second chance opportunities this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 15%
The Kings have scored on 13% of rush chances this season — tied for 5th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Kings scored on 10% of rush chances last season — 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Kings have scored on 6% of second chance opportunities in 5v5 situations this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 14%
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Predators have a .682 save percentage in overtime since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .815
The Predators have allowed 43 rush chances while their opponent is shorthanded this season — most among NHL Teams
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
Kings Defensive Stats & Trends
The Kings have allowed 0.6 goals per game in the first period since the start of the 2024-25 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.9
The Kings allowed 0.6 goals per game in the first period last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.9
The Kings allowed 5.2 rush chances per game last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 6.4
The Kings allowed 12.5 high danger chances per game last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 15.0
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