Seminoles Surge Past Demon Deacons in Conference Clash
The Florida State Seminoles, ranked 22nd, improved their record with a decisive victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. The final score read 73-61 in favor of the Seminoles. The Demon Deacons fought valiantly but fell short, leaving them without a rank and trailing behind in the game's outcome.
The Seminoles showcased their defensive capabilities by accumulating five blocks and six steals throughout the game. Their offense was equally impressive, with a field goal percentage of 44 percent and an exceptional free throw performance at 84 percent accuracy. The team's effort on both ends of the court was evident as they outrebounded their opponents with a total of 39 rebounds compared to Wake Forest's 35.
A key factor in the Seminoles' win was their ability to capitalize on turnovers, scoring 11 points off Wake Forest's mistakes. Despite committing more turnovers (15) than assists (7), they maintained control of the game flow with critical plays that kept them ahead. Their two-point shooting was particularly effective, making 20 out of 41 attempts which translated to a solid shooting percentage of 49 percent.
On the other side, Wake Forest demonstrated resilience despite being outplayed. They managed to secure three blocks and ten steals against Florida State while also dishing out fourteen assists. However, their field goal percentage stood at just 37 percent and they struggled from beyond the arc with only six made three-pointers from twenty-three attempts (26 percent). Free throws were another area where they lagged behind FSU, converting only nine out of fourteen attempts (64 percent).
Wake Forest did have moments where they shined through individual efforts such as scoring five fast break points and thirteen points off turnovers which showed their ability to exploit opportunities when presented.
Looking ahead for Florida State Seminoles fans: The next challenge will be an away game against North Carolina State Wolfpack at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh on January 4th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. This matchup can be viewed by fans on ACC Network Extra via internet broadcast networks for those who wish to follow along live as it unfolds.