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Wake Forest Demon Deacons Look to Extend Road Winning Streak Against NC State Wolfpack in ACC Matchup

In this content, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons are set to face off against the NC State Wolfpack in an ACC matchup. The Demon Deacons are currently 19-7 for the season, while the Wolfpack stand at 10-16. Wake Forest will be looking to bounce back from a loss against SMU, while NC State is coming off a defeat against the Tar Heels. Wake Forest will be aiming for their fourth consecutive road win as they are favored to win with an opening line of -2, now at -3.5. Stay tuned for the Wake Forest vs. NC State prediction and more NCAAB Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Demon Deacons -171 | Wolfpack +141
• Spread: Demon Deacons -3.5 (-110) | Wolfpack +3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Wake Forest will win straight-up is 63%.

Wake Forest vs NC State Stats

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are currently aiming for their 20th win of the season, having won four of their last five games. They hold a 4th place position in the ACC with an 11-4 record. Recent standout performances from players like Hunter Sallis and Cameron Hildreth have been key to their success. The team is ranked 60th in DI in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and has a strong 6-2 record on the road in conference play. Offensively, they are hitting an average of 45.22% of their field goals and 74.85% of their free throws, while defensively they are allowing an average of 39.25% of field goals and 29.93% of three-pointers. With a strong defensive presence and promising offensive stats, the Demon Deacons are positioned well for continued success this season.

NC State Wolfpack Analysis

The NC State Wolfpack are currently struggling in the ACC, having only secured three conference wins this season. Despite a recent home victory against Boston College, they suffered a heavy loss to the Tar Heels and are now 3-12 in conference play. Senior guard Marcus Hill has been inconsistent, scoring below 10 points in multiple games, while Jayden Taylor and Dontrez Styles have shown some strong performances. The team is averaging 69.7 points and allowing 69.8 points per game, ranking them low in offensive performance. Defensively, they are allowing opponents to score an average of 44.64% of their field goals and have been struggling with turnovers. The Wolfpack's power ranking is 295, with a poor offensive performance but a slightly stronger defense. In their upcoming matchup against Wake Forest, they will need to improve their shooting and defensive stats in order to secure a victory.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons Soar While NC State Wolfpack Struggles: A Tale of Contrasting Success

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons have demonstrated notable success by winning four out of their last five games, with three impressive road victories included in that stretch, notably defeating a strong SMU team in their most recent match. Conversely, NC State has been struggling, facing defeat in nine of their last ten games, with their sole win coming against Boston College. The Demon Deacons display superior defensive prowess, allowing only 96.6 points per 100 possessions compared to the Wolfpack's 104.5 points per 100 possessions. NC State has shown lackluster performance, failing to cover the spread in eight of their last ten games and suffering four losses by double digits in their previous five outings.

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