Buffalo Sabres vs. Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/24/2024]

The Los Angeles Kings will square off with the Buffalo Sabres in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 10:30PM ET.

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

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

We have used trusted machine learning and statistical analysis to simulate the result of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Sabres and Kings 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model currently gives the Kings a 62% chance of defeating the Sabres.

According to our model, the Sabres (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 52% chance of going under.

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Sabres vs. Kings Odds

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

Bet Type	Sabres	Kings
Puck Line	+1.5 (-150)	-1.5 (+130)
Moneyline	+160	-190
Total	o6.5 (+100)	u6.5 (-115)

• The Kings are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Sabres, with +130 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Sabres (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -150.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -190. That means you can risk $190 to win $100 for a total payout of $290 if they get the W.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sabres at +160, where you can bet $100 to profit $160, earning a total payout of $260 if they win.
• The Over/Under sits at 6.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -115.

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

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

Sabres vs. Kings Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Kings -1.5	+130
Moneyline	Sabres	+160
Total	Over 6.5	+100

Although the Sabres 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 top odds available.

And while the Kings are more likely to win the game, betting on the Sabres moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit on this occasion, Over 6.5 is our best bet owing to the better odds (+100) that are available from FanDuel Sportsbook.

Our best NHL bets are based on detailed simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Sabres vs. Kings Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Sabres vs. Kings?

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

Our projections give Kempe a 7.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 38.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Buffalo Sabres

Player	First Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	6.2%
Alex Tuch	5.2%
Jeff Skinner	5.2%
Dylan Cozens	4.2%
Jack Quinn	3.3%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	First Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	7.7%
Trevor Moore	6.8%
Kevin Fiala	5.8%
Anze Kopitar	4.9%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	4.8%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Buffalo Sabres

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tage Thompson	32.9%
Jeff Skinner	29.3%
Alex Tuch	28.7%
Dylan Cozens	23.4%
Casey Mittelstadt	20.1%

Los Angeles Kings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	38.6%
Trevor Moore	35.0%
Kevin Fiala	32.3%
Pierre-Luc Dubois	26.7%
Anze Kopitar	26.2%
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Sabres vs. Kings on Wednesday January 24, 2024.

Sabres vs. Kings Game Information

Wednesday's matchup between the Kings and Sabres at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:30PM ET.

• Who: Buffalo Sabres vs. Los Angeles Kings
• Date: Wednesday January 24, 2024
• Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

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Conclusion

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