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Wake Forest Dominates Clemson in ACC Clash
19 Feb
Summary
- Wake Forest achieved a wire-to-wire victory against Clemson.
- Five Wake Forest players scored in double figures.
- The Deacs are currently on a three-game winning streak.
Wake Forest continued its winning streak with a commanding wire-to-wire victory over Clemson, extending their current run to three consecutive ACC wins. The Demon Deacons established an early lead, scoring on five of their first five possessions and building a double-digit advantage by the second media timeout.
Myles Colvin was a standout in the first half, contributing 14 points, while Tre'Von Spillers added nine. Despite a brief surge from Clemson, Wake Forest maintained control, ending the first half with a 45-32 lead. The second half saw Clemson attempt a comeback, but Wake Forest responded with crucial three-pointers and strong defense.
Juke Harris led the team with 20 points, highlighting a balanced offensive effort that saw five players score in double figures. Wake Forest shot an efficient 55% from the field and 45% from three-point range, while their defense limited Clemson to 46% shooting. Sebastian Akins added 16 points, and Mekhi Mason contributed 13 points. Wake Forest will face Virginia Tech next in a significant Quad 1 opportunity.
