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Ducks vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [1/16/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Anaheim Ducks vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Friday.
NHL action continues on Friday at 10:30 PM ET as the Anaheim Ducks lock horns with the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Ducks vs. Kings game.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Ducks vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL matchup between the Ducks and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Kings a 59% chance of defeating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of going over.
Ducks vs. Kings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-198) | -1.5 (+172) |
| Moneyline | +125 | -144 |
| Total | o5.5 (-130) | u5.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ducks vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Kings -1.5 | +172 |
| Moneyline | Kings | -144 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -130 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kings to win.
Ducks vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Kings?
According to our model, Kevin Fiala is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Kings.
Our projections give Fiala a 36.2% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is a 7.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Beckett Sennecke | 31.5% |
| Mason McTavish | 28.4% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 26.0% |
| Mikael Granlund | 23.1% |
| Alex Killorn | 19.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 36.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 35.8% |
| Alex Laferriere | 30.6% |
| Quinton Byfield | 29.3% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 27.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Beckett Sennecke | 6.3% |
| Mason McTavish | 5.8% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 4.7% |
| Mikael Granlund | 4.2% |
| Alex Killorn | 4.0% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 7.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 7.7% |
| Alex Laferriere | 6.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.8% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.2% |
Ducks vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Kings and Ducks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ducks vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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