Los Angeles Kings @ Tampa Bay Lightning Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 1/30/2025

We have your Los Angeles Kings @ Tampa Bay Lightning prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Kings look to end their three-game losing streak against the Lightning in Tampa Bay.

Los Angeles Kings @ Tampa Bay Lightning Pick

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Best Moneyline Odds: Tampa Bay Lightning -140 (BetMGM), Los Angeles Kings +130 (BetRivers).
Best Total Odds: Over 6.0 (+102) at BetRivers, Under 6.0 (-120) at BetMGM.

Game Info

Date: January 30, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Location: Amalie Arena, Tampa Bay, FL
TV: -

Los Angeles Kings @ Tampa Bay Lightning Preview

The Los Angeles Kings (26-16-6) are on a three-game losing streak and will face the Tampa Bay Lightning (26-20-3) at Amalie Arena. The Lightning have been strong at home with a 15-7-1 record, while the Kings have struggled on the road, going 11-13-5. Tampa Bay boasts a +32 scoring differential, having scored 171 goals and allowed 139. The Kings, on the other hand, have been inconsistent offensively, averaging just 1.7 goals per game over their last 10 matchups.

Key players to watch include Brayden Point for the Lightning, who has 28 goals and 24 assists this season, and Adrian Kempe for the Kings, who has 24 goals and 20 assists. The Kings will need to find their scoring touch, as they are 21-0-2 when scoring at least three goals this season.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their recent matchups, the Tampa Bay Lightning have had the upper hand at home, leveraging their strong offensive and defensive play. The Kings have struggled to find consistency in Tampa Bay, which could be a deciding factor in this game. The Lightning's ability to capitalize on home-ice advantage and the Kings' road struggles make this an intriguing matchup.

Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning Moneyline (-140)

The Tampa Bay Lightning are the safer pick here, given their strong home record (15-7-1) and the Kings' struggles on the road (11-13-5). Additionally, the Kings' recent offensive woes, averaging just 1.7 goals per game over their last 10, make it difficult to trust them in this spot. Tampa Bay's balanced scoring and defensive play should give them the edge in this matchup.

Top Player Prop Picks

Brayden Point Over 0.5 Goals

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Brayden Point has been a key offensive contributor for the Lightning, with 28 goals this season. His ability to find the back of the net, especially at home, makes this a strong prop bet.

Adrian Kempe Over 2.5 Shots on Goal

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Adrian Kempe has been a consistent offensive presence for the Kings, and with the team needing to generate offense, expect him to be active in creating scoring opportunities.

Nikita Kucherov Over 1.5 Points

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Nikita Kucherov has been in excellent form, tallying six goals and 10 assists in his last 10 games. His playmaking ability and scoring touch make this a solid prop bet.

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