Appalachian State Mountaineers (27-6) vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons (20-13)
March 20, 2024 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Wake Forest Demon Deacons -8; Over/Under: +144
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In this article, we will formulate an Appalachian State vs Wake Forest betting prediction for this College Basketball showdown on Wednesday, March 20th at the LJVM Coliseum. We will take a look at:
-The Appalachian State Mountaineers’ recent form and recent player performance
-The Wake Forest Demon Deacons recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Appalachian State and Wake Forest.
Can Wake Forest Offense Step Up
Wake Forest’s offense overall has been good this season but at times it has been a bit inconsistent. In the last game against Pittsburgh, Wake Forest was defeated 81-69. Cameron Hildreth was the top player putting up 23 points, three rebounds, and two assists. Wake Forest is averaging 78.2 points while their defense is giving up 70.5 points per game. Hunter Sallis had a strong game putting up 18.1 points while shooting 49.3 percent from the field and 41.9 percent from behind the three point line.
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Is Appalachian State Motivated?
Appalachian State was the one seed in the Sun Belt Tournament but they lost in the semifinals. Appalachian State scored 65 points but the defense gave up 67 points and they lost by two points. Appalachian State is averaging 78.5 points while their defense is giving up 66.5 points per game. The offense has been good overall, and they are going to need the offense to run up the score here. Donovan Gregory has been the top player for Appalachian State averaging 13.2 points while shooting 48.2 percent from the field and 48.3 percent from behind the three point line.
Appalachian State vs Wake Forest Betting Prediction
Appalachian State is motivated heading into this fight and they are going to find success here. Appalachian State is averaging 78.5 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Wake Forest’s defense is giving up 70.5 points per game and they are going to really struggle to slow down the Mountaineers offense. Back Appalachian State against the spread.
