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Wake Forest University Faces Vanderbilt's Valiant Victory: A Tale of Turnovers and Three-Pointers

The Wake Forest University team faced a challenging game against the Vanderbilt Commodores, resulting in a 98-67 outcome. This match left the Deacons with a record of 0-1, while the Commodores improved to 1-0. The game took place at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, where an attendance of 7,605 fans witnessed an intense battle on December 21st.


Mar 8, 2023; Greensboro, NC, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons forward Bobi Klintman (34) scores in the first half of the second round at Greensboro Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


The first half saw Vanderbilt taking control early on with their impressive shooting accuracy. The Commodores managed to score 54 points by capitalizing on their three-point opportunities and fast breaks. Their field goal percentage stood at an impressive 59 percent, which set the tone for their offensive dominance. Meanwhile, Wake struggled to keep up despite efforts from players like Myles Colvin who contributed significantly with his scoring and rebounding prowess.


Second Half


As the second half unfolded, Wake attempted to close the gap but was hindered by turnovers and missed shots. The Deacons committed a total of 17 turnovers throughout the game which proved costly against Vanderbilt's aggressive defense that recorded 14 steals. Juke Harris tried to rally his team with his performance but it wasn't enough as they were outscored again in this period.


Post-Game Analysis


In terms of individual performances for Wake Forest University, Myles Colvin stood out with his contribution of points and rebounds despite facing tough opposition from Vanderbilt's defense. On the other hand, Cooper Schwieger provided valuable assists but couldn't find much success in scoring during this encounter.


The post-game report Wake Forest Demon Deacons highlighted key areas for improvement such as reducing turnovers and increasing shooting efficiency if they are to bounce back in future games.


Looking ahead after this Wake Forest Demon Deacons full-time result against Vanderbilt Commodores match summary; fans can catch their next game scheduled against North Carolina State Wolfpack at Lenovo Center in Raleigh on December 31st at noon Eastern Time broadcasted live on ESPN2.


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