Wake Forest edges Longwood in close contest
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · LJVM Coliseum
Wake Forest Demon Deacons 71, Longwood Lancers 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Longwood Lancers vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons beat Longwood Lancers 71-68 at LJVM Coliseum on December 17, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup at LJVM Coliseum, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons narrowly defeated the Longwood Lancers with a final score of 71-68. This game showcased the resilience of both teams, particularly as Wake Forest aimed to extend their winning streak and solidify their home advantage.
Wake Forest entered the game with a solid home record of 9-3, having won 7 of their last 10 games, including a recent victory against the Queens University Royals, where they scored 111 points. Their scoring average over the last five games was impressive, at 87.8 points per game, while they allowed an average of 69.8 points. The Demon Deacons were riding a two-game winning streak, which they aimed to extend against Longwood.
On the other hand, the Longwood Lancers came into the game with a record of 6-7. Their recent form was mixed, with a record of 5-5 in their last 10 games. They were looking to bounce back after a loss to the Delaware State Hornets, where they fell short with a score of 76-81. Longwood's scoring average in their last five games was 78.4 points, with an average of 73.8 points allowed. However, they struggled on the road, holding a 1-3 record away from home.
The matchup was particularly significant as it highlighted the contrasting styles and recent performances of the two teams. Wake Forest's ability to score heavily at home was a key factor, while Longwood's struggles away from home posed a challenge for them.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups for this crucial non-conference clash.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Wake Forest heavily favored with a spread of -24.5 and a total set at 163.5. This indicated a strong belief in Wake Forest's offensive capabilities, especially given their recent scoring trends.
The game itself was marked by a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. A pivotal moment came when Redd Thompson Jr. hit a crucial 26-foot three-point jumper to tie the game at 65. Following that, Juke Harris made two free throws to give Wake Forest a slim lead, which they managed to maintain through the closing minutes. Myles Colvin's three-pointer pushed the lead to 70-67, and despite a late free throw from Johan Nziemi, Wake Forest held on for the victory.
The conditions in the arena were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively crowd supporting the home team, adding to the atmosphere of this non-conference battle. Fans witnessed a clash of styles, with Wake Forest's offensive prowess against Longwood's defensive strategies.
As the game concluded, Wake Forest's victory not only added to their winning streak but also reinforced their dominance at home, while Longwood will need to regroup and address their road performance as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WAKE -24.5 | 163.5 o -105 / u -115 | Longwood Lancers — · Wake Forest Demon Deacons — |
Leaders
- PointsJuke Harris19Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- AssistsMyles Colvin3Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- ReboundsJuke Harris8Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- PointsRedd Thompson Jr.22Longwood Lancers
- AssistsJohan Nziemi6Longwood Lancers
- ReboundsElijah Tucker10Longwood Lancers
Recent form
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Last 10: 7-3Streak W286.5 scored · 72.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W111-73vs Queens University RoyalsDec 14
- W75-66at West Virginia MountaineersDec 6
- L68-86vs Oklahoma SoonersDec 3
- W86-73vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 28
- W99-51vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 26
- W69-68at Memphis TigersNov 22
- L83-84at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 21
- W109-75vs UMass Lowell River HawksNov 16
- L84-85at Michigan WolverinesNov 11
- W81-65vs Morehead State EaglesNov 8
Longwood Lancers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L177.9 scored · 77.1 allowed per game1-3 away
- L76-81vs Delaware State HornetsDec 13
- W84-80at Morgan State BearsDec 6
- W101-55vs Pfeiffer FalconsDec 4
- L66-92at American University EaglesNov 30
- W65-61vs Maine Black BearsNov 29
- L63-70at Siena SaintsNov 28
- L70-95at Columbia LionsNov 23
- L82-83vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 19
- W90-82vs Binghamton BearcatsNov 15
- W82-72vs James Madison DukesNov 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Longwood Lancers | Wake Forest Demon Deacons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-62 | 22-54 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 8-31 | 5-24 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 21 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 22-30 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 29 |
| Assists | 16 | 9 |
| Steals | 5 | 9 |
| Blocks | 0 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 30 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 22 | 63 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-42Juke Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-44Juke Harris makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half41-44Jaylen Benard makes layup (Elijah Jones assists)
- 2nd Half42-44Jaylen Benard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-46Nate Calmese makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-46Johan Nziemi makes layup (Elijah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Johan Nziemi makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-47Marqus Marion makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-48Myles Colvin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-49Myles Colvin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Emanuel Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-49Emanuel Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-51Cooper Schwieger makes layup
- 2nd Half47-53Myles Colvin makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half48-53Elijah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Juke Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half48-57Cooper Schwieger makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half50-57Elijah Tucker makes layup
- 2nd Half50-58Mekhi Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-58Johan Nziemi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-58Johan Nziemi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-60Sebastian Akins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-61Myles Colvin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-62Myles Colvin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Elijah Tucker makes layup (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half54-63Juke Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-64Juke Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Redd Thompson Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Elijah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half58-64Redd Thompson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Redd Thompson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Juke Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-65Redd Thompson Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half65-65Redd Thompson Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half65-66Juke Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-67Juke Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-67Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-70Myles Colvin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Juke Harris assists)
- 2nd Half67-71Omaha Biliew makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-71Johan Nziemi makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Wake Forest Demon Deacons, below favours Longwood Lancers.
Venue
- LJVM ColiseumWinston-Salem, NC
- Attendance6172
- OfficialsJustin Porterfield, Matt Potter, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal
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