ASA NHL LA Kings -1.5 vs. Colorado Avalanche - 4pm ET - The Kings are poised to cover the -1.5 spread against the Avalanche. Colorado, locked into third in the Central, has little to play for, likely resting key players. Meanwhile, LA is chasing home-ice advantage for the playoffs, boasting a stellar 30-9 home record—the NHL’s best. The Kings also have extra motivation after dropping both prior games to the Avs this season. In net, Colorado’s Blackwood has faltered, posting a 1-3 record and allowing 12 goals over his last four starts. LA’s Kemper, however, is in top form, winning 7 of his last 9 starts with a 1.4 GAA across his last 10. Expect the Kings to dominate at home.