Lightning vs Kings NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Dec. 18

The Tampa Bay Lightning are among the NHL teams busy on Thursday, up against the Los Angeles Kings.

Before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered with all the latest NHL betting insights.

Lightning vs Kings Game Info

• Tampa Bay Lightning (18-12-3) vs. Los Angeles Kings (14-10-9)
• Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Benchmark International Arena -- Tampa, Florida
• Coverage: ESPN+

Lightning vs Kings Odds

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Lightning vs Kings Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Lightning win (73.2%)

Lightning vs Kings Puck Line

• The Lightning are favored by 1.5 goals against the Kings. The Lightning are +132 to cover the spread, while the Kings are -162.

Lightning vs Kings Over/Under

• A total of 5.5 goals has been set for the Lightning-Kings game on Dec. 18, with the over available at -124 and the under at +102.

Lightning vs Kings Moneyline

• Tampa Bay is the favorite, -200 on the moneyline, while Los Angeles is a +164 underdog on the road.

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