Sharks vs. Kings Picks and Prediction – 3/30/2025
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San Jose Sharks (20-42-9) vs. Los Angeles Kings (40-22-9)
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TV: ESPN
Tickets as low as $46
Line: LA -425
O/U: 5.5
Previous Games:
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Kings: 4-1 win vs. New York Rangers
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Sharks: 6-5 win (SO) vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Head-to-Head:
The Kings have been dominant at home with a 26-3-4 record this season. San Jose, on the other hand, has struggled with an 8-20-7 away record. Los Angeles has also had the upper hand recently, winning 4 of their last 5 games, including victories over top teams like the Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes.
San Jose Sharks Breakdown:
San Jose has been struggling this season, averaging 2.59 goals per game while allowing 3.63 goals per game. They are coming off a solid win against Toronto but have major issues defensively. Goalie Alexandar Georgiev has been inconsistent with a .876 save percentage and 3.95 GAA.
Key Players:
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William Eklund: 54 points
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Macklin Celebrini: 9 points, 3 goals, 6 assists
Los Angeles Kings Breakdown:
Los Angeles has been firing on all cylinders, particularly at home. With 7 wins in their last 10 games, they are one of the most dangerous teams in the league. Goalie Darcy Kuemper has been outstanding, posting a 1.13 GAA and a .949 SV% in his last 10 starts. The Kings' offense has been efficient, scoring 3.0 goals per game, and their defense has been exceptional, giving up just 1.7 goals per game.
Key Players:
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Kevin Fiala: 8 points, 4 goals, 4 assists
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Quinton Byfield: 7 points, 5 goals, 2 assists
Betting Trends:
San Jose Sharks:
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4 wins and 6 losses in their last 10 games.
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1-4 against the Kings in their last 5 meetings.
Los Angeles Kings:
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7 wins and 3 losses in their last 10 games.
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26-3-4 record at home this season.
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Kings have covered the -1.5 line in 6 of their last 10 games.
Exact Score Prediction:
Los Angeles Kings 4 – San Jose Sharks 1
Our Best Bet:
Los Angeles Kings -1.5 (-115)
With the Kings’ dominant home record and the Sharks' struggles on the road, LA should win comfortably and cover the spread.