New Jersey Devils vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds | 01 Nov 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Devils vs Kings

The New Jersey Devils meet the Los Angeles Kings in this NHL matchup at Crypto.com Arena, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Saturday, November 1. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

When the Devils and the Kings meet, we’re confidently predicting Over 5.5 will happen. The -128 that this outcome happens looks really attractive.

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New Jersey Devils have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road, they recently suffered a 5-2 loss against San Jose Sharks at SAP Center. Dawson Mercer was on target with both goals.

Los Angeles Kings have lost their last four home games, most recently suffering a 4-3 (SO) defeat to Detroit Red Wings at Crypto.com Arena. Corey Perry recorded two goals and Alex Laferriere scored the other.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between the Kings and the Devils saw the former win. It was a 3-0 scoreline at Crypto.com Arena. It’s been six Kings wins in the past 10 games between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Jacob Markstrom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-7-1	3.6	.874	0
23/24	23-23-0	2.78	.905	2

Darcy Kuemper (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	10-6-6	2.2	.917	2
23/24	13-14-3	3.31	.890	1

8 wins and 2 losses, averaging 3.8 goals from 29.9 shots on goal, with a 31.3% powerplay efficiency. The Devils have given up 2.9 goals from 26.9 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 89.2%.

Jack Hughes is the top points scorer with 14 points, 9 goals and 5 assists, with Dawson Mercer recording 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jake Allen have a 2.39 goal against average with a .906 save percentage.

The Kings have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 29.4 shots on goal, with a 13.3% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 28.3 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 75.0%.

The top points scorer is Adrian Kempe with 14 points, 5 goals and 9 assists, while Quinton Byfield is next best after registering 8 points, 1 goal and 7 assists. Goalie Darcy Kuemper have a 2.64 GAA with a .902 SV%.

New Jersey Devils vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction & Picks

Make the most of New Jersey Devils vs Los Angeles Kings with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.

Game Prediction

Let’s shoot for the number of goals to go over the line when it comes to this NHL clash. There’s an appealing -128 available which can be snapped up.

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Key Devils vs Kings stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Devils games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Devils games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Devils games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Kings games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Kings games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Kings games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, there’s a 56.2% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, our cappers think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we can recommend this hockey wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adrian Kempe Over 0.5 Assists -105

Adrian Kempe (Kings) has finished with at least one assist in 8 of the past 10 games. On the basis of this stat, we can shoot for him to once again cover the Player Assists line and this looks big at -105.

Correct Score Prediction

Devils 5 - 3 Kings

The Devils are available to back at +2400 to secure a 5-3 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Devils

Kings

1-0

Devils

+5000

Kings

+5000

2-0

Devils

+4500

Kings

+4500

2-1

Devils

+1400

Kings

+1400

3-0

Devils

+3000

Kings

+3300

3-1

Devils

+1800

Kings

+1800

3-2

Devils

+850

Kings

+850

4-0

Devils

+4000

Kings

+4000

4-1

Devils

+1600

Kings

+1600

4-2

Devils

+1600

Kings

+1600

4-3

Devils

+1050

Kings

+1050

5-0

Devils

+7000

Kings

+7000

5-1

Devils

+2500

Kings

+2500

5-2

Devils

+1700

Kings

+1700

5-3

Devils

+2400

Kings

+2400

5-4

Devils

+2000

Kings

+2000

6-0

Devils

+11000

Kings

+11000

6-1

Devils

+6000

Kings

+6000

6-2

Devils

+3300

Kings

+3300

6-3

Devils

+3000

Kings

+3000

6-4

Devils

+5000

Kings

+5000

6-5

Devils

+5000

Kings

+5000

7-1

Devils

+10000

Kings

+10000

7-2

Devils

+9000

Kings

+8000

7-3

Devils

+6000

Kings

+6000

7-4

Devils

+7000

Kings

+6600

7-5

Devils

+11000

Kings

+11000

7-6

Devils

+12000

Kings

+12000

8-2

Devils

+14000

Kings

+14000

8-3

Devils

+14000

Kings

+14000

8-4

Devils

+12500

Kings

+12000

8-5

Devils

+14000

Kings

+15000

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New Jersey Devils vs Los Angeles Kings Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

There’s the opportunity to back Los Angeles Kings at -118 on the Moneyline although New Jersey Devils are priced up at betting odds of -102. The sportsbook traders give the road team a 51% probability of success.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 5.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on Totals. If you’re going for Over 5.5, then the odds are -141.

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Moneyline

Devils

-102

Kings

-118

3-Way Moneyline

Devils

+145

Tie

+330

Kings

+143

Puck Line

Devils +1.5

-250

Kings -1.5

+198

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+114

Over 5.5

-141

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New Jersey Devils Stats

Los Angeles Kings Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.50 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.30 pts and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 29.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 7.9
• Blocks: 17.8
• Faceoff Wins : 28
• Hits: 21.5
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 5.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 28.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.5
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 32.2
• Hits: 30.6
• Giveaways: 16.1
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 29.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.6
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 30.4
• Hits: 18.2
• Giveaways: 18.6
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.3
• Shots: 30
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 6.7
• Blocks: 14.3
• Faceoff Wins : 30.6
• Hits: 27.2
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 3.7

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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