Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Campbell Fighting Camels Betting Preview
Wake Forest returns home at 4-2 after splitting games at the Baha Mar Championship. The Demon Deacons fell by one point to Texas Tech, then beat Memphis 69-68 on a buzzer-beating three from Myles Colvin. Coach Steve Forbes called it a “great team win,” and his group has now dropped two games by a combined two points. For updated numbers ahead of tipoff, check the NCAA basketball odds page
Under Forbes, Wake Forest continues to develop balance. Juke Harris is averaging 20.5 points, 8 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game after posting double-doubles in both Bahamas matchups. Tre’Von Spillers added 24 points against Memphis and continues to produce efficiently. Colvin, Mekhi Mason and Nate Calmese give the lineup multiple scoring angles.
Campbell enters 3-3 in its first season under coach John Andrzejek. DJ Smith leads the Camels with 22 points per game, while Dovydas Butka adds 15.3 points and 9.3 boards. Campbell is coming off a 71-67 win over UT Arlington and has shown improvement in shot selection and free-throw creation.
Line Movement and Odds
Wake Forest opened around −17.5 at home. Totals near 155.5 reflect the Demon Deacons’ fast pace and Campbell’s steady scoring profile. Early betting tilts toward Wake Forest, but the number has held. For broader matchup comparisons, use the college basketball previews page
Matchup Breakdown
Wake Forest plays fast, averaging nearly 86 points per game with strong spacing and clean perimeter looks. Their home floor advantage and depth help them maintain tempo pressure. When they rebound and push, they generate high-quality shots early in possessions.
Campbell wants to slow possessions and leverage free-throw creation. They average 80+ points but play at a much slower pace than Wake Forest. Smith and Butka must handle defensive attention while generating efficient early offense. If Campbell gets to the line frequently and limits turnovers, they can keep this competitive.
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Injuries and Conditions
Wake Forest
No new injury concerns.
Full team info: Wake Forest page
Campbell
No new confirmed absences.
Full team info: Campbell page
Best Bets and Prediction
Wake Forest’s pace, depth and efficiency give them the clear edge. Campbell’s scoring can keep things interesting early, but Wake Forest’s shot volume and perimeter balance tilt the spread.
Projected Score: Wake Forest 90, Campbell 70
Best Bet: Wake Forest −17.5
Secondary Lean: Over 155.5
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