Final Score: Kings 3 - Islanders 4
Tuesday, December 17, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Kings @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Kings
12-15-4 Rating 1455
Form: LWLLT
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +0.5
Islanders
10-12-8 Rating 1452
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Kings Islanders
All-time wins 32 38
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.2 3.6
Last meeting 1 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Kings Islanders
Games played 31 30
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.7
Avg goals conceded 3.2 2.7
Win percentage 39% 33%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 47%