Oilers vs. Kings Picks and Prediction – 4/29/2025

Edmonton Oilers (48-29-5) vs. Los Angeles Kings (48-25-9)
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TV: TBS

Previous Games:

  • Oilers: Coming off a 4-3 OT win in Game 4

  • Kings: Lost 7-4 in Game 3 but were dominant at home in earlier rounds

Head-to-Head:

The series is tied 2-2, and both teams have taken a win at home. Edmonton’s win in Game 4 came in dramatic fashion with an OT victory, but Los Angeles had an edge in their prior home games, including a dominant 7-4 win in Game 2. The key to this series now lies in the performance of both teams on the road and at home, especially in a pivotal Game 5.

Edmonton Oilers Breakdown:

Edmonton enters Game 5 with momentum after back-to-back wins at home. Leon Draisaitl has been electric, leading the team with 106 points, including 52 goals, while Connor McDavid continues to provide playmaking brilliance with 74 assists. The Oilers’ offense is averaging 3.16 goals per game and has been particularly potent on the power play at 23.7%. However, their defense has been vulnerable, especially with Mattias Ekholm out, and Stuart Skinner has been inconsistent in net with a 2.81 GAA and .896 SV%.

Key Players:

  • Leon Draisaitl: 106 points, 52 goals

  • Connor McDavid: 74 assists, 91 points

Los Angeles Kings Breakdown:

Los Angeles comes off a tough Game 4 loss but has been dominant at home all season. The Kings boast one of the best defenses in the league, allowing just 2.48 goals per game, and Darcy Kuemper has been stellar with a 2.02 GAA and .922 SV%. Adrian Kempe, with 35 goals, continues to be the offensive leader, while Anze Kopitar adds playmaking ability with 46 assists. The Kings’ penalty kill has been solid at 81.4%, and they’ll rely on their defensive structure and Kuemper’s goaltending to bounce back on home ice.

Key Players:

  • Adrian Kempe: 35 goals, 73 points

  • Anze Kopitar: 46 assists, 74 points

Betting Trends:

Edmonton Oilers:

  • 6-3 in their last 9 games

  • The total has gone OVER in 4 of their last 5 games

Los Angeles Kings:

  • 10-4 in their last 14 games

  • The total has gone OVER in all of their last 5 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Los Angeles Kings 4 – Edmonton Oilers 2

Our Best Bet:

Los Angeles Kings -1.5 (+140)

The Kings have been nearly unbeatable at home, winning 21 of their last 28 home games. With a solid defensive core and a rock-solid performance from Darcy Kuemper, they should bounce back strong after a tough Game 4 loss. Edmonton’s defensive issues, particularly without Ekholm, make them vulnerable in this crucial Game 5. The Kings should cover the puck line as they assert their dominance on home ice.

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