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Penguins vs. Kings Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Monday's NHL Matchup [1/20/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Monday's Pittsburgh Penguins vs Los Angeles Kings matchup.
The Los Angeles Kings will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, beginning at 10:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday's Pittsburgh-Los Angeles game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Incorporating recent updates and thousands of additional inputs, our prediction shows the Kings are likely to win, with a probability of 62%, compared to the Penguins' 38%."
For further insights into Monday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Penguins vs. Kings predictions page.
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Penguins vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Monday's matchup between the Kings and Penguins at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:30PM ET.
- Who: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Time: 10:30PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Monday's Penguins vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Pittsburgh vs. Los Angeles picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Kings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL game between the Penguins and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 62% chance of beating the Penguins.
According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Penguins vs. Kings Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penguins | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+135) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -190 |
| Total | o5.5 (-115) | u5.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Penguins vs. Kings Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Penguins vs. Kings matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Kings Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Penguins vs. Kings?
According to our model, Los Angeles' Adrian Kempe is most likely to score the first goal in Penguins vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kempe an 8.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 41.0% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 6.8% |
| Sidney Crosby | 6.7% |
| Michael Bunting | 5.2% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 8.6% |
| Kevin Fiala | 7.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.7% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 35.4% |
| Sidney Crosby | 32.9% |
| Michael Bunting | 26.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 41.0% |
| Kevin Fiala | 35.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 32.8% |
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Penguins vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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