Kings vs Lightning Picks and Prediction – 1/31/2025

The Tampa Bay Lightning (26-20-3) are set to host the Los Angeles Kings (26-15-6) on January 30, 2025, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM EST and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Get in on all the hockey action with our free NHL picks.

The Lightning are coming off a recent loss against the Chicago Blackhawks, which was a surprise given the talent levels of each side. Forward Nikita Kucherov continues to lead the team in scoring, contributing significantly to Tampa Bay's offense, with 23 goals and 51 assists on the season. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has been solid between the pipes, providing stability for the team's defense.

The Kings have been performing well this season, with a strong record on the road. Forward Adrian Kempe has been a key contributor, showcasing some of the best skill in the league and playing at an All-Star level. Adrian Kempe is leading the team in goals, with 24 and points, with 44. Goaltender Darcy Kuemper has provided reliable goaltending, bolstering Los Angeles's defensive efforts. LA has been one of the streakier teams in the NHL, and currently find themselves on a 2-game losing streak. However, you can expect LA to get the ball rolling again at any point.

The LA Kings will be playing the second leg of a back-to-back, with a game against the Florida Panthers the night before. This lets us take LA at a discount, which we will. The Kings have the better talent and better depth, which will secure the win. Prediction: LA wins 4-2.