Louisville Cardinals vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Picks & Predictions
On Saturday, the ACC will be hosting several games, one of which will take place at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The matchup will feature the Louisville
Game outlook
On Saturday, the ACC will be hosting several games, one of which will take place at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The matchup will feature the Louisville Cardinals, with a record of 6-11 and an ATS (against the spread) record of 3-11, against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who stand at 12-5, with an ATS record of 9-7-1. Over the past two seasons, these teams have met only once annually, with Wake Forest emerging victorious both times. The question now is whether their winning streak against the Cardinals will extend to three, or if the Cardinals will seek revenge. Wake Forest is currently the betting favorite, with the opening line at -16.5, but the current line sits at Wake Forest -15.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cardinals +800 | Demon Deacons -1,350
Spread: Cardinals +15 (-110) | Demon Deacons -15 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 151.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Wake Forest will win straight-up is 93%.
Louisville Cardinals
Louisville had a difficult season last year, but this season has been slightly better. However, according to KenPom, they are still ranked as the lowest-rated team in the ACC by a significant margin. Despite this, Louisville has managed to win one conference game on the road. Offensively, they have been strong, averaging 73.6 points per game. Their biggest strength is their ability to get to the free throw line, with an average of 23.0 attempts per game and a 73.7% success rate. They also have a field goal percentage of 43.4% and a three-point percentage of 32.8%. Scoring has been the most consistent aspect of their game, with at least 70 points scored in their last four games. Defensively, the Cardinals have struggled, allowing an ACC-worst 77.1 points per game. Against conference rivals, they allow an average of 80.2 points per game, with only one opponent failing to score 75 points against them. Their opponents have a field goal percentage of 45.9%, a three-point percentage of 33.5%, and attempt an average of 19.0 free throws per game. Surprisingly, Louisville has a slightly positive rebounding margin at +0.5. However, they struggle in the turnover battle with a -0.6 average. Louisville has certainly fallen from their previous success, but they may have the ability to surprise another ACC opponent on the road this weekend. In terms of power ranking, they are ranked at 340 and have a record of 6-11 (7-8-2 ATS) this season. Offensively, they are ranked at 214, with an average of 73.59 points per game and shooting percentages of 43.42% for field goals, 73.66% for free throws, and 32.81% for three-pointers. They average 35.76 rebounds per game and have 11.47 offensive assists and 12.53 turnovers per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 45.94% field goals, 74.30% free throws, and 33.50% three-pointers. They average 35.24 defensive rebounds per game and have 15.12 defensive assists and 11.88 turnovers per game.