Wake Forest Demon Deacons' Three-Point Barrage Falls Short Against Miami (FL) Hurricanes

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons faced off against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in a tightly contested game that ended with a 81-77 victory for the visiting team. The Demon Deacons now hold a record of 0-1, while the Hurricanes improve to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw both teams trading leads, with Wake initially taking control thanks to their impressive three-point shooting. Juke Harris led the charge for Wake with his sharp shooting from beyond the arc, contributing significantly to their 38-point tally by halftime. The 'Canes responded with strong play in the paint, scoring 42 points overall and keeping themselves within striking distance.

Second Half

As play resumed, Miami's defense tightened up, forcing turnovers and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities. Despite this pressure, Nate Calmese kept Wake competitive by adding crucial points and assists. However, it was Miami's ability to draw fouls and convert free throws that helped them maintain their edge throughout this period.

Final Moments

In an intense final stretch marked by multiple lead changes and ties—15 each—the game remained uncertain until its closing moments. A pivotal sequence saw Miami extend their lead through effective ball movement and second-chance points after offensive rebounds. Although Cooper Schwieger made key defensive plays for Wake Forest late in the game, it wasn't enough to overcome Miami's balanced attack.

Looking ahead, fans can catch Wake Forest Demon Deacons as they take on North Carolina Tar Heels at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill on January 10th at 6:00 PM EST; broadcast will be available on ACC Network.

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