Los Angeles vs Anaheim Prediction 17 January 2026
🔊 The game between Los Angeles and the Anaheim Ducks promises to be thrilling and high-scoring. This matchup holds particular significance for both teams in the playoff race, as the gap between them is minimal. This adds an extra layer of intensity to the contest.
Head-to-Head
📊Review of the statistics of official matches between the teams Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks:
- played 60 matches;
- at home ice 31 wins (including extra time), away - 27;
- scored goals: 170 against 149;
- average total of the 1st period - 1.22, 2nd - 2, 3rd - 1.9;
- average total of the match - 4.9.
The last time the sides met was on 28 December 2025 at the arena of the team Los Angeles Kings - the match score was 6:1.
Head-to-head statistics Los Angeles - Anaheim
Los Angeles Kings Team Overview
The Los Angeles Kings are facing a tough situation: their recent form, with four losses in five games, is concerning for both the management and the fans. Over their last ten outings, the team has managed only four wins. They average 3.1 goals scored per game, but their defense leaves much to be desired, conceding an average of 3.5 goals.
However, the team shows strength in offense on their home ice, especially in matchups against Anaheim. For instance, in their most recent head-to-head at home, the Kings netted six goals against the Ducks. This is worth considering when placing a bet on the game.
Match Results: Los Angeles Kings
Anaheim Ducks Team Overview
Anaheim are not in great shape either. Over their last ten games, the team has managed just one win-marking their worst run of the season, something they haven't experienced in quite a while. On the road, the Ducks aim to play offensively, averaging more than three goals per game. However, their shaky defense leads to issues and eventual losses, with Anaheim conceding an average of 4.6 goals per game.
In their last five outings, the team has allowed 25 goals, which is simply dreadful. We anticipate another challenging 60 minutes for Anaheim's defense in the upcoming match. Especially since they consistently concede a lot against the Kings.
Match Results: Anaheim Ducks
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 60;
- First period wins at home for the hosts - 7; for the visitors - 9;
- Average total in the first period: 1.22;
- Today's home team averages 0.7 goals in the first period, while the visitors average 0.52.
First Period Stats: Los Angeles Kings (home) vs Anaheim Ducks (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 24;
- Number of wins: 6 (26.09%) vs 3 (12.5%);
- Number of losses: 5 (21.74%) vs 9 (37.5%);
- Number of draws: 12 (52.17%) vs 12 (50%).
- Average goals scored: 0.61 vs 0.67;
- Average goals conceded: 0.48 vs 1.13.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 2 vs 1;
- Number of losses: 3 vs 7;
- Number of draws: 5 vs 2;
- Average total in the first period: 1.5 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.7 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 1.3).
- Los Angeles Kings have not won the 1st period in last 7 games (NHL).
- Los Angeles Kings have not won the 1st period in last 5 home games (NHL).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 60;
- Number of wins for the home team - 31, for the away team - 27.
- Los Angeles Kings have not won (in regular time) in 8 of last 9 games (NHL).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total goals per match for the home team - 2.83, for the away team - 2.48;
- average total goals in H2H - 4.9;
- both teams scored in the 1st period - 12 once;
- both teams scored in the 2nd period - 32 once;
- both teams scored in the 3rd period - 21 once.
Statistics: Los Angeles Kings vs Anaheim Ducks
- average total in the tournament: 5.11 vs 6.76;
- average total goals scored: 2.65 vs 3.33;
- average total goals conceded: 2.85 vs 3.67;
- Los Angeles Kings: average total at home in the tournament - 2.43;
- Anaheim Ducks: average total away in the tournament - 3.13;
- last 10 matches (average total goals scored): 3.1 (home - 3.43) vs 2.5 (away - 2.4).
- Los Angeles Kings scored over 2.5 goals in 7 of last 8 home games against Anaheim Ducks (NHL).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and their head-to-head statistics, Los Angeles hold the edge over their opponent due to their more consistent form and dynamic attack. An open game is expected with the hosts focusing on offense, especially given the visitors' weak defense and the trend of high-scoring games. Over 5.5 goals seems like a reasonable bet for this matchup.No comments
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