Wake Forest Demon Deacons Look to Claim Fifth Place in All-Time Series against LSU Tigers

Game outlook

On Sunday afternoon, the Demon Deacons take on LSU in the fifth-place final of the tournament. LSU have a 3-2 edge in the all-time series, winning the most recent matchup 72-70 in December 2022. Both teams have had a successful tournament, with each winning their consolation bracket matchup and covering the line as favorites.

Game Info

When: Sunday, 11/19/2023 @ 3:00pm EST

Where: TD Arena Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Tigers -120 | Demon Deacons +100

Spread: Tigers 0 (-110) | Demon Deacons 0 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 150 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Wake Forest will win straight-up is 50%.

LSU Tigers

LSU overcame North Texas in a close contest on Friday, improving their record to 2-2 on the season and looking to achieve consecutive wins. Will Baker led the Tigers with 16 points and six rebounds. The Tigers rank 85 in power ranking, putting them 138th in ranking offense with 79.67 points per game, 120th in defense allowing 66.00 points per game on average. Additionally, LSU shoots 50% from the floor and 37.8% from the three-point range, as well as 72.2% from the free-throw line. Defensively, the Tigers allow an average of 40.00% field goals, 68.33% free throws, and 36.71% three-pointers.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons Analysis

Wake Forest put on an impressive performance to close their matchup against Towson on Friday night, resulting in a 15-3 run and a 2-2 record. The Demon Deacons had an average offense, hitting 47.9% from the field and 80.6% of free throws, and below average defense, giving up 74 points per contest. Three key players, Kevin Miller, Andrew Carr, and Hunter Sallis, averaged double digits in points. Wake Forest holds a power ranking of 102 and is ranked #99 for offense (scores an average of 82.67 per game) and #301 for defense (gives up an average of 78.33 points per game).