Los Angeles vs San Jose Prediction: the Motivated Kings to Take Points

Prediction for the NHL Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks match, which will take place on December 18th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Los Angeles has played 33 games this season, where they have won 16 and failed 17. Thus, with 37 points, the Kings have settled into second place in the Pacific Division standings. Note that after losses to Columbus (5-6) and Buffalo (0-6), Los Angeles beat the powerful Boston (3-2) in a shootout.

San Jose, for its part, participated in 31 games this campaign. There the Sharks had only ten victories and 21 defeats - a frankly poor result. Therefore, with 25 points, the team occupies the seventh position in the Pacific Division standings. As for their last matches, he got victories over Anaheim (6-1) and Arizona (3-2) after four losses in a row.

• The Sharks have scored more than two pucks in four games.
• The Sharks have won their last two matches.

Analysts believe that Los Angeles is the favorite for this matchup, and we agree. Yes, San Jose has won the last two meetings, but their opponents have also been weak. The tough Kings will be on fire after their win over Boston, plus they'll play with the fans' support. We think they'll earn two points at least.

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