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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons will look to remain perfect at home when they play host to the Appalachian State Mountaineers on Wednesday. Wake Forest has started the season 7-3, including a sparkling 5-0 home record. However, they've lost their last two games and will certainly be looking to get back on track tonight. Appalachian State ended a two-game skid of their own the last time they took the court and will look to improve upon a 6-4 start with arguably their toughest challenge yet. We get to see if Wake Forest will successfully defend their home court again or if Appalachian State can take down their in-state opponent.
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Appalachian State vs Wake Forest Match Details
Fixture: Appalachian State Mountaineers @ Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Date and Time: Wednesday, December 14, 7:00 p.m. EDT
Venue: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Appalachian State vs Wake Forest Key Stats
For Appalachian State, their freshman big man, Justin Abson, is fifth in block percentage nationwide this season. He is averaging 2.5 blocks per game, and guarding the paint will be a huge factor in this matchup.
That's because Wake Forest is one of the best teams in the country when it comes to making two-point field goals. They hit 56.8%, which puts them 23rd nationwide. The Demon Deacons' offense is predicated on taking high-efficiency shots. That means a lot of dunks, layups, and three-pointers.
Justin Abson's defensive presence and performance against Wake Forest's offense could dictate how this game unfolds.
Appalachian State vs Wake Forest Betting Prediction
Appalachian State has suffered four losses, but they were all competitive. They have yet to lose a game by double digits and even have an ACC already this season. They have a deep roster, where ten guys regularly see time. They should have fresh legs on the floor at all times and are a physical team that can wear Wake Forest down. If they can have an efficient night offensively, there is no reason they can't have a shot at this game down to the final buzzer.
However, Wake Forest will be looking to bounce back from a tough loss to LSU on Saturday. That made it two straight, and I'm sure they feel it was a game that they should have won, considering they held an 11-point lead in the second half. They also blew a second-half lead in a November loss to Loyola-Marymount, and their follow-up performance was a 31-point home drubbing over South Carolina State. The Demon Deacons have the most talented player on the floor tonight in Tyree Appleby and an offense that should keep the Mountaineers on their heels most of the night. If Wake Forest takes care of the ball and handles their business on the glass, they shouldn't have a problem putting this game away.
Prediction: Appalachian State +12.5 (-110)
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