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Kings vs. Devils Prediction: New Jersey Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [12/12/2024]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Los Angeles Kings vs New Jersey Devils matchup.
The New Jersey Devils will square off with the Los Angeles Kings in NHL action at Prudential Center on Thursday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Devils as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Los Angeles-New Jersey game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Devils with a win probability of 55% and the Kings with 45%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Kings vs. Devils predictions page.
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Kings vs. Devils Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Devils and Kings at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Kings vs. Devils matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Los Angeles vs. New Jersey picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Kings vs. Devils Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Kings and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Devils a 55% chance of beating the Kings.
According to our model, the Kings (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Kings vs. Devils Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-190) | -1.5 (+160) |
| Moneyline | +136 | -155 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Devils Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Kings vs. Devils matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Kings vs. Devils Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Devils?
According to our model, New Jersey's Jack Hughes is most likely to score the first goal in Kings vs. Devils.
Our projections give Hughes a 7.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Prudential Center, while the Devils star is a 37.0% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 7.3% |
| Kevin Fiala | 6.3% |
| Trevor Moore | 5.0% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 7.5% |
| Nico Hischier | 6.3% |
| Jesper Bratt | 6.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 34.5% |
| Kevin Fiala | 30.2% |
| Trevor Moore | 25.2% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 37.0% |
| Nico Hischier | 32.6% |
| Jesper Bratt | 30.3% |
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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