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Wake Forest to Battle North Carolina State in Winston-Salem Showdown

As the Wake Forest Demon Deacons prepare to host the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Demon Deacons have been on a formidable run, showcasing their dominance on home turf with a series of impressive victories that have left opponents in awe.


Jan 28, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA;  Wake Forest Demon Deacons guard Daivien Williamson (4) drives on North Carolina State Wolfpack forward Ernest Ross (24) during the first half at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-USA TODAY Sports

In their last outing on December 21 against the Blue Hose, WAKE's performance was nothing short of spectacular. They put up an astonishing 91 points, outpacing their rivals by a significant margin. Their shooting was clinical, hitting 55 percent from both the field and two-point range while sinking an incredible 57 percent from beyond the arc. But it wasn't just their offense that shone; defensively they were just as imposing with nine blocks and four steals contributing to a comprehensive victory.


The game prior to that saw WAKE dismantle Delaware State Hornets with an equally commanding display. On December 19, they tallied 88 points and once again excelled in shooting efficiency at 48 percent from the field and an impressive second-chance point tally of 19 thanks to their tenacity on offensive rebounds.


Jan 28, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA;  North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Jarkel Joiner (1) drives on Wake Forest Demon Deacons guard Tyree Appleby (1) during the second half at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-USA TODAY Sports

Earlier in December (10th), WAKE faced off against N.J.I.T Highlanders where they continued their winning ways with an assertive performance leading them to an 83-point finish. Their fast-break points stood out at 19, highlighting WAKE's ability to capitalize on turnovers which could be pivotal against NCST.


The upcoming clash will test Wake Forest's mettle as NCST is known for its resilience and competitive spirit. However, given WAKE's recent form and home advantage where they seem almost invincible lately, it would not be surprising if they extend their winning streak further.


Jan 28, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA;   North Carolina State Wolfpack forward D.J. Burns Jr. (30) shoots over Wake Forest Demon Deacons forward Matthew Marsh (33) during the second half at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-USA TODAY Sports

Demon Deacon fans should expect another showcase of basketball prowess come February 10th at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum when these two teams collide at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. With high-octane offense and steely defense being trademarks of recent performances by WAKE, this matchup is poised for fireworks.


For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live on ACC Network channel number 612 – make sure not to miss what promises to be another chapter in Wake Forest’s exhilarating season narrative!

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