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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Los Angeles Kings: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 4, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 4, 2025 9:08 PM
The Los Angeles Kings, riding a three-game winning streak, welcome the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 9:00 PM. The Kings, with a stellar 13-2-1 home record, look to extend their hot streak against the Lightning, who are 9-7-1 on the road this season. The Pacific Division-leading Kings aim to keep their momentum going against the Atlantic Division's Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Los Angeles Kings

Current Odds

TB
LA
Over
6.5
+120
Under
6.0
-107
TB
+1.5
-312
LA
-1.5
+275
TB
ML
+100
LA
ML
-110

Lightning vs Kings statistics

Stat Lightning Kings
Goals For per Game 3.86 3.14
Goals Against Average 2.80 2.54
Shots per Game 27.9 27.4
Shots Against per Game 28.7 24.8
Power Play Goals 28 15
Power Play Goals Against 18 20
Short Handed Goals 7 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 311 308
Power Play Percentage 26.4 16.1
Penalty Kill Percentage 81.8 82.3

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/1/25 vs New Jersey Devils W 3-0
12/29/24 vs Philadelphia Flyers W 5-4
12/28/24 vs Edmonton Oilers W 4-3 OT
12/22/24 @ Washington Capitals L 3-1
12/21/24 @ Nashville Predators L 3-2 OT

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/2/25 @ San Jose Sharks L 2-1
12/29/24 vs Montreal Canadiens L 5-2
12/28/24 vs New York Rangers W 6-2
12/23/24 @ Florida Panthers W 4-0
12/22/24 vs Florida Panthers L 4-2

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Drew Doughty (D): Injured Reserve
  • Trevor Moore (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Phillip Danault (C): Day-To-Day
  • Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Akil Thomas (C): Injured Reserve

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

  • Victor Hedman (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Guentzel (C): Day-To-Day
  • Michael Eyssimont (C): Day-To-Day
  • Conor Geekie (C): Day-To-Day
  • Zemgus Girgensons (LW): Day-To-Day

Lightning vs Kings game info

Type Info
Venue crypto.com Arena
Location Los Angeles, CA
Puck drop Sat 9:00 PM

Lightning vs Kings predictions

Many fans will be eagerly watching to see how the Tampa Bay Lightning's heavy hitters perform against the Los Angeles Kings. Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov are the stars to keep an eye on. Despite their day-to-day injury status, these two dynamic players have had electrifying seasons so far. Brayden Point's goal-scoring prowess has netted him 23 goals, making him a crucial part of any impactful power play. Meanwhile, Nikita Kucherov pulls the strings from the wings with his league-leading 37 assists, tallying an impressive 54 points. If these key players can shake off their injuries, we might see a comeback goal or an assist that could change the course of the game.

On the other side, the Los Angeles Kings are riding high on a wave of momentum. With a solid record at home, players like Adrian Kempe and Anze Kopitar are poised to make their mark. Kempe, with 18 goals under his belt, is expected to seize his opportunities with sharp precision on the ice. Not to be outdone, Anze Kopitar's vision and skill shine through in his game management, facilitating play with 27 assists. His 39 points highlight his well-rounded contribution to the team's success. A smooth pass leading to a game-winning goal? It's the kind of moment you anticipate from someone of Kopitar's caliber.

Given both teams' capabilities and the home advantage for the Kings, there's an enticing matchup brewing at the crypto.com Arena. The combination of Los Angeles' strong home record and their current winning streak makes them formidable opponents for the Lightning. And while Tampa Bay is never a team to be underestimated, the spark of confidence in the Kings could be the deciding factor in this face-off. I predict that the Los Angeles Kings might just edge out the Lightning to continue their impressive streak, adding another notch to their win record. What do you think? Are you ready for an exciting game ahead?

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