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Showdown in Winston-Salem: Wake Forest Demon Deacons Host Virginia Cavaliers

As the Wake Forest Demon Deacons prepare to host the Virginia Cavaliers at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance streak. The Demon Deacons have been on a roll, showcasing a robust offensive game that has led them to recent victories.


Mar 9, 2023; Greensboro, NC, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons guard Tyree Appleby (1) takes a shot against the Miami (Fl) Hurricanes during the second half of the quarterfinals of the ACC tournament at Greensboro Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, the Demon Deacons have demonstrated an upward trend in both scoring and defensive plays. Their most recent victory against Clemson Tigers saw them put up 87 points with an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.6, indicating efficient ball handling and teamwork. They also managed to out-rebound their opponents by two boards, which could be a critical factor in controlling the game against Virginia.


Their away game against Boston College Eagles was another showcase of offensive prowess where they scored 85 points and had an even higher field goal percentage than in their previous match. The team's ability to convert from inside the paint was evident with a remarkable 61 percent two-point shooting accuracy.


Against Florida State Seminoles at home, Wake Forest notched up an impressive 90 points with a staggering three-point shooting percentage of approximately 54 percent. This level of sharpshooting from beyond the arc could prove decisive in stretching Virginia's defense.


The venue itself might play into Wake Forest's hands; playing at home has seen them feed off the energy of supportive crowds as evidenced by attendance figures surpassing 8000 fans in recent games. With such backing and current form, it stands to reason that they will enter this matchup with confidence.


Fans can expect another thrilling encounter as these two teams meet on January 21st at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, NC. The game is scheduled for tip-off at 7 PM local time and will be broadcasted nationally on ESPNU for those who wish to follow along live from home or elsewhere.

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