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West Virginia Mountaineers vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Preview
The West Virginia Mountaineers face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the Holiday Hoopfest at Charleston Coliseum. West Virginia (7-2) looks to build consistency with Chance Moore back in the lineup, while Wake Forest (6-3) seeks to rebound after a tough loss to Oklahoma. Bettors must weigh West Virginia’s defense and depth against Wake Forest’s high-scoring offense.
Line Movement and Odds
- Wake Forest Spread: +1.5 (-111)
- West Virginia Spread: -1.5 (-113)
- Wake Forest MoneyLine: +103
- West Virginia MoneyLine: -129
- Total: 141.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
West Virginia opened as slight favorites at the neutral site. See full NCAA Basketball odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Outlook
Wake Forest fell 86-68 to Oklahoma despite Juke Harris’ 22 points and 7 rebounds. Harris leads the team with 19.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game. The Demon Deacons average 85.2 points per game and rank 17th nationally in possessions per game, fueling their fast pace. With Tre’Von Spillers contributing, Wake Forest’s offense can overwhelm opponents if shooting improves.
West Virginia Mountaineers Outlook
West Virginia routed Coppin State 91-49 with Chance Moore and Honor Huff scoring 17 each. Moore’s return has bolstered depth, allowing nine- and ten-man rotations. The Mountaineers average 73.3 points per game and rank 93rd in free throw attempts, showing aggressiveness. With a 7-1 record as favorites, West Virginia’s defense and balanced scoring give them confidence at the Holiday Hoopfest.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Wake Forest’s pace and scoring vs West Virginia’s defensive rotations. The Demon Deacons must rely on Harris and Spillers to push tempo, while the Mountaineers need Moore and Huff to maintain offensive efficiency and limit turnovers.
Injuries / Availability
Wake Forest: No major injuries reported, Harris leads the lineup.
West Virginia: Full roster available, Moore recently returned to boost depth.
Betting Trends
- Wake Forest is 6-3 overall, 2-0 ATS as underdogs.
- Wake Forest averages 85.2 points per game.
- West Virginia is 7-2 overall, 7-1 as favorites.
- West Virginia averages 73.3 points per game and plays strong defense.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: West Virginia 76, Wake Forest 74
- Wake Forest +1.5 (-111) → Best Bet. Demon Deacons’ scoring pace suggests they can cover the spread.
- Over 141.5 (-110) → Total. Both teams combine for high scoring, leaning over given Wake Forest’s offensive tempo.
West Virginia’s defense and depth should secure a narrow win, while Wake Forest’s offense makes them a strong play to cover. Expect a competitive, high-scoring game trending over the total.
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