The San Jose Sharks are heading into a crucial game against the Los Angeles Kings on October 24, 2024, at Crypto.com Arena. With a 0-5-2 record, the Sharks have not earned a point in their past four games, surrendering 19 goals. Their most recent performance was a 3-1 defeat against the Anaheim Ducks, who outshot them 40-28 despite Mikael Granlund scoring his first goal of the season.
In contrast, despite a recent humbling 6-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Kings are highly favored with a moneyline of -310. Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe lead the team with an average of 3.14 goals per game. The Kings, with their potential to bounce back, are a team to watch. However, their defense has been poor, conceding 3.57 goals per game.
Given San Jose’s offensive woes and Los Angeles’ inconsistent play, the Kings are expected to win. The game’s total, which is set at 5.5 goals, is a key factor for bettors. Trends indicate that the game will likely surpass this figure, making betting on more than 1.5 goals in 1st period a good alternative.