Williams puts Kings in West Finals after 2-1 win over Sharks

Justin Williams scored two goals in the 2nd period to help the Los Angeles Kings advance to the Western Conference Finals with a 2-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks in Game 7 of the West semifinals.

Jonathan Quick made 25 saves as the defending champs finished off the series with their 14th consecutive home victory over the past two months, including seven straight in the postseason.

Williams scored on a power-play tap-in and a one-timer that put the Kings on top for good. The veteran wing came in with an eight-game, goal-scoring drought, but the two-time Stanley Cup champion has scored nine points in his four career appearances in a Game 7.

The Kings will face either Detroit or Chicago in West Finals. Right now, the series is tied at three and the Red Wings will be on the road against the Blackhawks this Wednesday night for Game 7, which is set to start at 8 pm.