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Kings vs. Hurricanes prediction: Why Carolina is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [2/1/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Los Angeles Kings vs Carolina Hurricanes predictions for NHL Sunday.
NHL action continues on Sunday at 3:00 PM ET as the Los Angeles Kings lock horns with the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Hurricanes as the most likely winner of the Kings vs. Hurricanes game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Canes prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL game between the Kings and Hurricanes 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Hurricanes a 59% chance of defeating the Kings.
According to our model, the Kings (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Kings vs. Hurricanes odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+140) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -175 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Hurricanes 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 | -155 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +160 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kings +1.5 at the spread.
Kings vs. Hurricanes player props
Who will score a goal in Kings vs. Hurricanes?
According to our model, Seth Jarvis is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Hurricanes.
Our projections give Jarvis a 31.9% chance of scoring a goal at Lenovo Center, while the star is a 6.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 30.2% |
| Kevin Fiala | 26.0% |
| Alex Laferriere | 24.6% |
| Quinton Byfield | 21.9% |
| Trevor Moore | 21.4% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 31.9% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 28.6% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 28.5% |
| Sebastian Aho | 28.0% |
| Jackson Blake | 20.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 5.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 5.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.1% |
| Trevor Moore | 4.4% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 4.2% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 6.9% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 6.1% |
| Sebastian Aho | 5.7% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 5.3% |
| Jackson Blake | 4.1% |
Kings vs. Canes game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Hurricanes and Kings at Lenovo Center is scheduled to commence at 3:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM ET/12:00PM PT
- Venue: Lenovo Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hurricanes, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Hurricanes insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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