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Wake Forest Hosts North Carolina State in a Duel of Determination at Joel Coliseum

As the Wake Forest Demon Deacons prepare to welcome the North Carolina State Wolfpack to the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, fans are eager for what promises to be an enthralling encounter. The Demon Deacons have been on a formidable streak, showcasing their prowess on their home court with a series of impressive performances.


Jan 28, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA;   Wake Forest Demon Deacons guard Tyree Appleby (1) dribbles at half-court during the first half at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing past games, it's clear that Wake Forest has been dominant in several key aspects of the game. Their shooting accuracy has been particularly noteworthy; they've consistently shot over fifty percent from two-point range and have shown proficiency from beyond the arc as well. This offensive efficiency is complemented by their ability to convert free throws at a high rate, hitting an exceptional ninety-one percent in one recent game.


Defensively, Wake Forest hasn't shied away from asserting themselves either. They've managed to maintain a positive assist-to-turnover ratio while also capitalizing on turnovers by converting them into points effectively. Their defensive rebounding has helped limit opponents' second-chance points, which could be crucial against an NC State team looking for opportunities to score.


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

The upcoming match is not just about maintaining winning momentum; it's also about setting the tone for future conference games. With home-court advantage and current trends favoring them, Wake Forest will aim to control the pace of the game and utilize their efficient scoring and stout defense to secure another victory.


Fans can catch all the action live on February 10th at 9:00 PM Eastern Time at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum or tune into ACC Network channel 612 for national television coverage.


Jan 28, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA;  North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Jarkel Joiner (1) dribbles at the top of the key during the second half at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-USA TODAY Sports
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