Final Score: Kings 1 - Islanders 7
Tuesday, January 9, 1979 at 7:00 PM ET

Kings @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Kings
17-17-6 Rating 1489
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
29%
71%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +1.6
Islanders
26-5-7 Rating 1615
Form: WWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Kings Islanders
All-time wins 10 9
Last 5 meetings 0 2
Average goals 2.9 2.7
Last meeting 5 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Kings Islanders
Games played 40 38
Avg goals scored 3.7 4.8
Avg goals conceded 3.5 2.7
Win percentage 42% 68%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 80%