Where to Watch College Basketball Today: Georgia Tech at Wake Forest

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (16-14, 10-9 ACC) are set to battle the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (20-10, 12-7 ACC) in a key ACC showdown. Both teams aim to close out their conference schedules on a high note. Wake Forest looks to build momentum heading into the postseason, while Georgia Tech hopes to extend its recent strong play and notch another key road win.

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How to Watch Georgia Tech at Wake Forest

• 📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
• ⏰ Time: 2:15 PM ET
• 📍 Location: LJVM Coliseum (Winston-Salem, NC)
• 📺 Watch: CW
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Tip-off is scheduled for today at 2:15 PM ET at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The game will be broadcast on The CW Network. Below, we dive into key matchups, stats, betting odds, and what to expect from this matchup.

Georgia Tech at Wake Forest Betting Odds 

• Spread: Georgia Tech +6.5 (-105) | Wake Forest -6.5 (-115)
• Moneyline: Georgia Tech +235 | Wake Forest -295
• Total: Over 141.5 (-110) | Under 141.5 (-110)

Odds Subject to Change. Get the Latest Game Odds Here.

Georgia Tech at Wake Forest: Key Matchups & Statistical Breakdown

Wake Forest’s Offense vs Georgia Tech’s Defense

• The Demon Deacons average 70.6 PPG, ranking 10th in the ACC.
• Georgia Tech allows 72.8 PPG, ranking 11th in the ACC in scoring defense.
• Wake Forest shoots 45.0% from the field, while Georgia Tech’s defense allows opponents to shoot 46.6%.

Wake Forest has been inconsistent offensively but will look to exploit a Georgia Tech defense that has struggled at times, especially on the road.

Georgia Tech’s Shooting vs Wake Forest’s Defense

• The Yellow Jackets average 74.7 PPG, ranking 5th in the ACC in scoring offense.
• Wake Forest allows 68.9 PPG, ranking 4th in the ACC in opponent scoring.
• Georgia Tech shoots 44.6% from the field, while Wake Forest’s defense allows opponents to shoot 40.7%.

Georgia Tech has been efficient offensively, and their outside shooting (34.6% from three-point range) could be key against Wake Forest’s strong interior defense.

Rebounding & Possession Control

• Georgia Tech averages 37.2 rebounds per game, compared to 32.7 RPG for Wake Forest.
• The Yellow Jackets rank 5th in the ACC in rebounding, while Wake Forest is 10th.
• Wake’s defensive rebounding (24.3 per game) could limit Georgia Tech’s second-chance opportunities.

Wake Forest will need to be strong on the boards to prevent Georgia Tech from gaining extra possessions.

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Georgia Tech at Wake Forest Players to Watch

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

• Lance Terry (G) – The senior guard leads Georgia Tech with 15.4 PPG while shooting 36.7% from three. He’s also an active defender, averaging 1.2 steals per game.
• Baye Ndongo (F) – A dominant presence inside, Ndongo is averaging 13.6 PPG and 9.1 RPG, shooting an impressive 54.1% from the field. He also leads the team with 1.0 blocks per game.
• Naithan George (G) – The primary facilitator for the Yellow Jackets, George is putting up 12.5 PPG and a team-high 6.6 APG. His 81.8% free throw shooting makes him a reliable late-game option.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

• Hunter Sallis (G) – Wake Forest’s leading scorer, Sallis, is averaging 18.2 PPG while adding 5.1 RPG and 2.8 APG. He’s an efficient shooter at 46.2% from the field.
• Cameron Hildreth (G) – A strong two-way player, Hildreth contributes 14.9 PPG, 3.8 RPG, and 2.8 APG while also leading the team in steals with 1.6 per game.
• Tre’Von Spillers (F) – A force in the paint, Spillers averages 10.0 PPG and a team-high 7.7 RPG. He also provides interior defense with 1.3 blocks per game.

Both teams have dynamic playmakers, but Wake Forest’s balanced attack and rebounding edge could be key factors in this ACC battle.

Georgia Tech and Wake Forest Recent Form

Georgia Tech’s Last 5 Games:

• Mar 4: vs. Miami – W 89-74
• Mar 1: vs. NC State – W 87-62
• Feb 25: at Pittsburgh – W 73-67
• Feb 22: at Boston College – L 54-69
• Feb 15: vs. California – W 90-88

Wake Forest’s Last 5 Games:

• Mar 3: at Duke – L 60-93
• Mar 1: at Notre Dame – W 74-71
• Feb 26: vs. Virginia – L 75-83
• Feb 22: at NC State – L 73-85
• Feb 15: at SMU – W 77-66

Georgia Tech has been one of the hottest teams in the ACC, winning seven of its last 10 games, while Wake Forest has been 5-5 in its previous 10 games and has struggled against top-tier competition.

Georgia Tech at Wake Forest Final Thoughts

Georgia Tech enters this matchup with a strong offensive rhythm and has been one of the better rebounding teams in the ACC. On the other hand, Wake Forest will need to capitalize on their defensive strengths and home-court advantage to slow down the Yellow Jackets’ attack.

Georgia Tech has momentum, having won seven of its last ten games. However, Wake Forest has been solid at home (12-3 record), making this a closely contested battle. Expect a competitive showdown in Winston-Salem on Saturday afternoon.

Make sure to catch the action at 2:15 PM ET on The CW Network!

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