In tonight's NHL matchup at the Delta Center, the Los Angeles Kings, boasting a 42-23-9 record, face off against the Utah Hockey Club, currently at 34-29-12. The Kings have demonstrated strong performance this season, particularly with their defensive capabilities, allowing an average of 2.5 goals per game, which ranks them as 3rd in the league. Offensively, they average 2.8 goals per game. On the other hand, the Utah Hockey Club has struggled defensively, conceding an average of 3 goals per game, while their offense mirrors the Kings with 2.8 goals per game. Considering these factors, the Kings' robust defense and consistent scoring make them the likely victors in this contest.