New York Islanders vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Islanders vs Kings

The New York Islanders go up against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena, with face-off scheduled for 21:30 on Thursday, March 5.

When the Islanders and the Kings meet, we’re confidently predicting Over 5.5 will happen. The -105 that this outcome happens looks really attractive.

New York Islanders lost on the road in their previous game. Anaheim Ducks won 5-1 at Honda Center. Islanders racked up 43 shots but only scored one goal in the process. It was Anders Lee who found the net.

Los Angeles Kings lost their last game, being beaten at home to Colorado Avalanche 4-2 at Crypto.com Arena. Brandt Clarke and Angus Booth scored one goal apiece. Goalie Anton Forsberg made a total of 35 saves (.921).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Kings had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Crypto.com Arena, they recorded a 4-1 win over the Islanders. It’s been three victories on the bounce for the Kings when playing the Islanders. On the head-to-head front, they have won 8 of the past 10.

Starting Goalies

Ilya Sorokin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	29-24-2	2.7	.906	7
23/24	25-19-12	3.01	.908	2

Darcy Kuemper (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	19-14-15	2.8	.891	3
23/24	13-14-3	3.31	.890	1

7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 27.6 shots on goal, with a 13.8% powerplay efficiency. The Islanders have been giving up 3.1 goals from 27.7 shots, averaging 2.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 75.9%.

Mathew Barzal is the top points scorer with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, with Matthew Schaefer racking up 10 points, 7 goals and 3 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Ilya Sorokin have a 2.65 goal against average with a .910 save percentage.

The Kings have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.1 goals from 25.3 shots on goal, with a 18.2% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.6 goals from 29.0 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 74.4%.

The top points scorer is Adrian Kempe with 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, while Quinton Byfield is next best after registering 5 points, 4 goals and 1 assist. Goalie Anton Forsberg have a 3.08 GAA with a .898 SV%, including one shutout.

New York Islanders vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction & Picks

Dive into our full New York Islanders vs Los Angeles Kings betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.

Game Prediction

The teams are set to combine for a solid total and that could mean going over the goal line. This pick can be backed at a tasty -105 in this NHL encounter.

The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of the latest injuries, while recent form also shapes our hockey picks. We combine this insight with up-to-date NHL stats for sharper predictions.

Key Islanders vs Kings stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Islanders games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Islanders games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Islanders games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Kings games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Kings games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

If you go by the best NHL sportsbooks, our pick has a 51.3% chance of landing a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Anders Lee To Score +350

Anders Lee (Islanders) has scored in 4 straight games. There are odds of +350 available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for the player to find the net.

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Correct Score Prediction

Islanders 4 - 3 Kings

We’re going for the Islanders at +1150 to secure a 4-3 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Islanders

Kings

1-0

Islanders

+4500

Kings

+4500

2-0

Islanders

+4000

Kings

+4000

2-1

Islanders

+1200

Kings

+1200

3-0

Islanders

+2900

Kings

+2500

3-1

Islanders

+1700

Kings

+1600

3-2

Islanders

+850

Kings

+800

4-0

Islanders

+4000

Kings

+3300

4-1

Islanders

+1600

Kings

+1300

4-2

Islanders

+1700

Kings

+1500

4-3

Islanders

+1150

Kings

+1100

5-0

Islanders

+8000

Kings

+6000

5-1

Islanders

+2900

Kings

+2200

5-2

Islanders

+2000

Kings

+1600

5-3

Islanders

+2800

Kings

+2500

5-4

Islanders

+2500

Kings

+2400

6-0

Islanders

+12000

Kings

+9000

6-1

Islanders

+7000

Kings

+5500

6-2

Islanders

+4000

Kings

+3000

6-3

Islanders

+4000

Kings

+3300

6-4

Islanders

+6000

Kings

+5500

6-5

Islanders

+6600

Kings

+6000

7-0

Islanders

+6600

Kings

+14000

7-1

Islanders

+12500

Kings

+9000

7-2

Islanders

+11000

Kings

+8000

7-3

Islanders

+7500

Kings

+6000

7-4

Islanders

+9000

Kings

+7500

7-5

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+12500

7-6

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+14000

8-1

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+14000

8-2

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+14000

8-3

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+15000

8-4

Islanders

+13000

Kings

+13000

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New York Islanders vs Los Angeles Kings Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Los Angeles Kings are regarded as having a 56% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -125. New York Islanders are the underdogs at +104 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 5.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you’re going for Over 5.5, then the odds are -115.

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Moneyline

Islanders

+104

Kings

-125

3-Way Moneyline

Islanders

+170

Tie

+320

Kings

+125

Puck Line

Islanders +1.5

-250

Kings -1.5

+198

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-105

Over 5.5

-115

Prop betting is very popular, with bettors looking to wager on player props such as Goals, Shots, Powerplay Points and Goaltender Saves. It’s a great way of betting on individual player performance and the gambling sites will provide lots of options.

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New York Islanders Stats

Los Angeles Kings Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.40 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.10 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.30 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 27.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.1
• Blocks: 14.1
• Faceoff Wins : 29.6
• Hits: 21.9
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 27.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.3
• Blocks: 15.1
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 19
• Giveaways: 12.5
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 25.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10
• Blocks: 15.7
• Faceoff Wins : 26.8
• Hits: 24.4
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 25.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.9
• Blocks: 13.6
• Faceoff Wins : 21.1
• Hits: 21.5
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 4.5

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