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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Set to Swarm Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Coliseum

As the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets prepare to face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The upcoming clash on March 5th is not just another game; it's a chance for the Yellow Jackets to assert their dominance and showcase their resilience.


Feb 25, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Kyle Sturdivant (1) drives to the basket against the Louisville Cardinals in the second half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Reflecting on Georgia Tech's recent performance, there is a mix of optimism and caution. The team's last outing against Miami (FL) Hurricanes on February 24th was a nail-biter that saw them emerge victorious with an 80-76 scoreline. Their offensive prowess was evident as they shot 48 percent from the field and an impressive 44 percent from beyond the arc. With a total rebound count of 41 and assists tallying up to 22, GT displayed commendable teamwork and tenacity.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing in previous games. The February 22nd home game against Clemson Tigers exposed some weaknesses in GT's armor as they succumbed with only 57 points against Clemson’s robust defense which led them to victory with a score of 81 points. Despite shooting an outstanding 90 percent from the free-throw line, GT struggled from both two-point range (31 percent) and three-point range (29 percent), highlighting areas that needed attention before their next confrontation.


The matchup against Syracuse Orange on February 17th offered insights into GT’s ability to bounce back under pressure after trailing in the first half; they managed to secure a win by scoring more consistently in both halves leading up to a final score of 65-60.


The key takeaway for Georgia Tech is consistency – maintaining their shooting accuracy while tightening up defensively will be crucial when facing Wake Forest. The Demon Deacons will undoubtedly come prepared, looking to exploit any lapses in concentration or execution by GT.


GT fans should expect their team to focus heavily on improving ball movement and creating high-percentage shots while continuing their aggressive play under the boards – aspects that have been instrumental in past victories.


As we look ahead, one thing remains clear: if Georgia Tech can harness the energy from their win over Miami (FL) Hurricanes and address shortcomings evident against Clemson Tigers, they stand a good chance of leaving Winston-Salem with another notch in their belt.


Mark your calendars for March 5th at precisely nine o'clock PM Eastern Time when Georgia Tech takes on Wake Forest at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Fans can catch all live action broadcasted through ACC Network TV – this is one showdown you won’t want miss!

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