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Game Preview: Northeastern Huskies @ Wake Forest Demon Deacons
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons look to carry momentum into Friday’s non-conference clash with the Northeastern Huskies in Winston-Salem, NC. Wake Forest is coming off a 99-51 rout of Campbell and enters this game 5-2 with renewed confidence following a successful showing in the Bahamas, which included a buzzer-beating win over Memphis.
For Northeastern, this marks their fourth true road game of the year. The Huskies are 3-3 overall and just topped Duquesne 93-86 behind a breakout performance from Xavier Abreu. Despite being big underdogs, they bring offensive firepower and look to stay competitive against a high-scoring Wake Forest squad.
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Odds and Key Information
Matchup: Northeastern Huskies (3-3) @ Wake Forest Demon Deacons (5-2)
Location: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum – Winston-Salem, NC
Date & Time: Friday, November 28, 2025 – 12:00 PM ET
Watch: ACC TV
Spread: Wake Forest -19.5
Over/Under: 153.5
Moneyline: Wake Forest -3500, Northeastern +1400
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Northeastern Outlook
The Huskies showed offensive upside in their latest win over Duquesne, fueled by a 32-point explosion from Xavier Abreu. Abreu has led Northeastern in scoring in back-to-back games and was named CAA Player of the Week. Forward Haris Elezovic added 17 points and 10 boards in the win.
Northeastern is averaging 74.0 points per game while shooting 46.1% from the field and 35.9% from beyond the arc. Their ability to get to the line (16.8 made FTs per game) and play at a moderate tempo (69.5 possessions) keeps them in rhythm offensively.
With key players like Youri Fritz (14.7 PPG) and bench scoring from Abreu, the Huskies can push Wake Forest if they stay hot from deep. They’re 3-1 ATS as underdogs this season, and their backcourt is beginning to show real chemistry despite the season-ending injury to LA Pratt.
Wake Forest Outlook
The Demon Deacons delivered a clinic on both ends in their midweek blowout win over Campbell, shooting nearly 55% from the field while holding their opponent to just 51 points. Head coach Steve Forbes praised the team’s ball movement and efficiency, as Wake posted 1.55 points per possession and continued to attack the paint.
Wake Forest is averaging 87.6 points per game and ranks 18th nationally in pace with 74.3 possessions per contest. Juke Harris has led the team in scoring in five games and averages 20.0 PPG and 7.7 rebounds. He’s become a go-to option alongside playmakers like Mekhi Mason and Tre’Von Spillers.
With matchups against Oklahoma and West Virginia looming, this game serves as a tune-up for a Wake Forest team looking to clean up defensively and solidify its rotation.
Key Matchup Table
| Category | Edge |
|---|---|
| Scoring Offense | Wake Forest |
| Rebounding | Wake Forest |
| 3PT Shooting | Northeastern |
| Turnover Margin | Even |
| Tempo | Wake Forest |
Betting Trends
- Wake Forest is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite
- Northeastern is 3-1 ATS as an underdog this season
- The OVER is 5-2 in Wake Forest’s last 7 games
- Wake Forest is 4-2 at home this season
- Northeastern is 2-1 ATS in true road games
- The OVER is 6-3 in Northeastern’s last 9 non-conference games
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Predictions
This is a potential look-ahead spot for Wake Forest with high-profile opponents coming up next week, but the Demon Deacons’ firepower should carry them here. Northeastern has the backcourt scoring to keep things respectable, especially if they’re connecting from three.
Prediction: Wake Forest 85, Northeastern 70
Best Bet (Spread): Northeastern +19.5
Best Bet (O/U): Over 153.5
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