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Utah vs. Kings Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [2/22/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Utah Hockey Club vs Los Angeles Kings matchup.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 9:00PM ET as the Utah Hockey Club locks horns with the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Utah-Los Angeles game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Kings are more likely to win, while Utah has a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Utah vs. Kings predictions page.
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Utah Hockey Club vs. Utah Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between Utah and the Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Kings a 59% chance of defeating Utah.
According to our model, Utah (+1.5) has a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Utah vs. Kings Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Utah | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-175) | -1.5 (+154) |
| Moneyline | +142 | -170 |
| Total | o5.5 (-102) | u5.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Utah vs. Kings Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Utah vs. Kings matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Utah vs. Kings Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Utah vs. Kings?
According to our model, Los Angeles' Adrian Kempe is most likely to score the first goal in Utah vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kempe an 8.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 38.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 6.5% |
| Dylan Guenther | 6.0% |
| Josh Doan | 4.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 8.5% |
| Kevin Fiala | 6.8% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.6% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 29.2% |
| Clayton Keller | 28.6% |
| Josh Doan | 25.2% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 38.1% |
| Kevin Fiala | 32.5% |
| Quinton Byfield | 29.2% |
Utah vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Kings and Utah at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: Utah Hockey Club vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Utah vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Utah vs. Los Angeles picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat Utah on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Utah vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest 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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