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Kings vs. Sharks prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [11/20/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks predictions for NHL Thursday.
NHL action continues on Thursday at 10:00PM ET as the Los Angeles Kings lock horns with the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Kings vs. Sharks game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Sharks prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Thursday's clash between the Kings and Sharks.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 61% chance of beating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Kings vs. Sharks odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Sharks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+144) | +1.5 (-170) |
| Moneyline | -170 | +145 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Sharks 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 | Sharks +1.5 | -170 |
| Moneyline | Sharks | +145 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -120 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Kings vs. Sharks player props
Who will score a goal in Kings vs. Sharks?
According to our model, Macklin Celebrini is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Sharks.
Our projections give Celebrini a 37.2% chance of scoring a goal at SAP Center at San Jose, while the star is a 7.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 37.1% |
| Adrian Kempe | 33.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 26.7% |
| Corey Perry | 25.2% |
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 37.2% |
| Will Smith | 29.0% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 27.1% |
| William Eklund | 24.6% |
| Adam Gaudette | 20.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 8.5% |
| Adrian Kempe | 6.5% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.6% |
| Corey Perry | 4.7% |
| Alex Laferriere | 4.6% |
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 7.7% |
| Will Smith | 5.7% |
| William Eklund | 4.6% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 4.3% |
| Adam Gaudette | 3.7% |
Kings vs. Sharks game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Sharks and Kings at SAP Center at San Jose is scheduled to start at 10:00PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. San Jose Sharks
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Time: 10:00PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: SAP Center at San Jose
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Sharks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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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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