Kings vs Panthers Picks and Prediction – 1/30/2025

By: Jeremy O’Quinn |

Last Updated: 01/28/2025 at 9:26 PM ET

Los Angeles Kings at Florida Panthers 01/29/25 - NHL Picks & Predictions
Game Start: 1/30/2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Latest Odds: FLA -155 ; O/U 5.5

Kings vs Panthers Prediction

The Los Angeles Kings are heading to the East coast, where they will take on the Florida Panthers on Wednesday evening. Get the rest of our free NHL picks here! The Kings currently said third in the Pacific division, entering this game with a 26-15-6 record. The Kings have now lost consecutive games, as they are coming off a 5-2 loss against the Detroit Red Wings on Monday night. Darcy Kuemper will return as the Kings’ starting goaltender in this game, he’s posted a 2.17 goals against average this season. Los Angeles is scoring 2.87 goals per game, while giving up just 2.51 on the defensive end.

The Florida Panthers come into this game with a record of 29-19-3 which places them second in the Atlantic. Florida has now picked up losses in 2 of their last 3 games, most recently suffering a 4-1 loss against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday. Sergei Bobrovsky will be Florida’s starting goaltender on Wednesday, he’s posted a 2.80 goals against average to go along with his 20-11-2 record. The Panthers are averaging 3.2 goals per game, while giving up 2.98 defensively. Sam Reinhart continues to thrive in Florida, leading the Panthers with 53 points and 29 goals.

Kings vs Panthers Pick Analysis

Both the Panthers and Kings are two playoff contenders coming into this game with recent struggles, as both sides could use a win. Kuemper has been the more reliable goaltender between the two this season, expect his play to lead the Kings to a much needed win. Final score prediction, Kings win 3-2.

Our Free NHL Pick for Florida Panthers vs Los Angeles Kings

Los Angeles Kings +134