In this article we will formulate a Michigan vs Wake Forest prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, November 11th at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Michigan Wolverines Betting Preview
The Michigan Wolverines are 1-0 this season after they defeated Oakland by a score of 121-78 in their first game. Michigan led 69-38 at halftime and added 52 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Wolverines shot 64.3% from the field, 54.3% on three pointers, and 92.3% on free throws in the game. Michigan out rebounded Oakland by a total of 40-22, recorded 29 assists, and committed eight turnovers in the win. Morez Johnson Jr led Michigan with 24 points and three assists, while Trey McKenney added 21 points and four assists in the game.
Michigan put on an offensive clinic in that first game against Oakland, as they hit 19 three pointers and were very efficient. The Wolverines held Oakland to just 42.2% shooting from the field, allowed 11 made three pointers, and forced 11 turnovers. Michigan’s largest lead was 46 points, they had 46 points in the paint, and scored 10 fast break points in the win.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Preview
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are 2-0 this year after they defeated Morehead State by a score of 81-65 in their last game. Wake Forest led 44-31 at halftime and maintained that lead in the second half for the victory. The Demon Deacons shot 40% from the field, 29.2% on three pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. Wake Forest out rebounded Morehead State by a total of 53-34, recorded 15 assists, and committed 19 turnovers in the win. Juke Harris led the Demon Deacons with 29 points and nine rebounds, while Tre’Von Spillers added 16 points and 10 rebounds in the game.
Prior to that game, Wake Forest defeated American by a score of 88-74 to start the season. The Demon Deacons have scored 84.5 points per game with 45.5 rebounds and 17.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 69.5 points against per game this season. Juke Harris is averaging 23.5 points and 8.0 rebounds per game, while Tre’Von Spillers is averaging 18.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game for the Demon Deacons. Wake Forest is shooting 43.7% from the field, 68.5% on free throws, and 28.6% on three pointers this year.
Why the Michigan Wolverines will win
- Wake Forest has lost 13 of its last 14 night games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
- Michigan has won each of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Wake Forest has lost the first half in each of its last seven games against AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Wake Forest Demon Deacons will win
- Wake Forest has won 13 of its last 14 night games against non-Conference opponents.
- Michigan has lost nine of its last 12 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Wake Forest has won the first half in six of its last seven night games against the Big Ten Conference.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Wake Forest’s last 18 games have produced a total of 162 or fewer points.
- Forty-eight of Michigan’s last 52 night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 164 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Michigan has comitted 14+ turnovers in two games in last season’s NCAA Tournament – equal-most of any team.
- Michigan has made the most free throws in a single game (29) in last season’s NCAA Tournament (vs Texas A&M).
Michigan vs Wake Forest Prediction
Michigan has only played one game so far this season, but they looked very good against an Oakland team that played Purdue tough in their next game. The Wolverines shot over 64% from the field and made 19 three pointers in that win. Wake Forest is 2-0 to start the season and they have scored 81 and 88 points, but they didn’t pull away from Morehead State last time out. I think Michigan is an elite team this season and I like them to have another huge day on the offensive end of the court. Take the Wolverines to cover here.