Wake Forest Defeats Morehead State 81-65 in Season Opener
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · LJVM Coliseum
Wake Forest Demon Deacons 81, Morehead State Eagles 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Morehead State Eagles vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons beat Morehead State Eagles 81-65 at LJVM Coliseum on November 7, 2025.
In a decisive season opener, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons triumphed over the Morehead State Eagles with a final score of 81-65 at the LJVM Coliseum. This victory marked Wake Forest's third consecutive win against Morehead State, showcasing their dominance in this matchup.
Wake Forest entered the game with a home record of 2-0 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, which included a victory against American University Eagles just days prior, where they scored 88 points. Their scoring average for the last five games stood at 70.0 points, with a slight edge in points allowed at 69.8. The Demon Deacons have shown resilience at home, boasting a home record of 3-3 in their last six games.
On the other hand, the Morehead State Eagles came into the contest with a record of 1-1, having won their previous game against Midway Eagles, where they scored 89 points. However, their recent form has been less impressive, with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games and an average of 63.2 points scored while allowing 71.6 points. Morehead State's away record reflected their struggles, with only one win in their last five away games.
The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that saw Wake Forest maintain control throughout. Key moments included a layup by Sebastian Akins, which extended Wake's lead to 76-61, and a jumper by Tre'Von Spillers that pushed the score to 79-63. In the final minutes, George Marshall added to the score with a tip shot, sealing the victory for the Demon Deacons.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating that both sides were at full strength for this matchup. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The market had priced Wake Forest as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory. The conditions at the LJVM Coliseum were favorable for the home team, providing a supportive environment that often boosts performance.
Viewers should have noted the effective offensive strategies employed by Wake Forest, particularly their ability to capitalize on fast breaks and create scoring opportunities in the paint. The game illustrated the contrast in scoring efficiency between the two teams, with Wake Forest showcasing a more balanced attack compared to Morehead State's reliance on individual performances.
Overall, the matchup served as a strong statement from Wake Forest as they look to build momentum for the rest of the season, while Morehead State will need to regroup and address their scoring inconsistencies moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsJuke Harris29Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- AssistsSebastian Akins5Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- ReboundsTre'Von Spillers10Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- PointsGeorge Marshall26Morehead State Eagles
- AssistsChase Dawson4Morehead State Eagles
- ReboundsJon Carroll6Morehead State Eagles
Recent form
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Last 10: 5-5Streak W172.1 scored · 72.1 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W88-74vs American University EaglesNov 4
- L59-68vs North Carolina Tar HeelsMar 13
- W69-43vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsMar 8
- L60-93at Duke Blue DevilsMar 4
- W74-71vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishMar 1
- L75-83vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 27
- L73-85at NC State WolfpackFeb 22
- W77-66at SMU MustangsFeb 15
- L70-72vs Florida State SeminolesFeb 13
- W76-66at California Golden BearsFeb 8
Morehead State Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak W163.2 scored · 71.6 allowed per game1-4 away
- W89-84vs Midway EaglesNov 4
- L65-73at Lindenwood LionsMar 6
- W59-47at UT Martin SkyhawksMar 1
- L55-64at Tennessee State TigersFeb 28
- L62-67vs Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 22
- L62-80vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 21
- L67-72at Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 15
- L60-73at Lindenwood LionsFeb 14
- L62-76vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 8
- L51-80vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| 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 | Morehead State Eagles | Wake Forest Demon Deacons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-63 | 28-70 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 7-31 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 29 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 18-30 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 53 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 23 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 30 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 13 | 11 |
| Blocks | 6 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 38 |
| Fouls | 26 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-41Chase Dawson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half31-41Chase Dawson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half31-44Sebastian Akins made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-44George Marshall made Dunk. Assisted by Josiah LeGree.
- 2nd Half33-46Mekhi Mason made Layup. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half34-46Josiah LeGree made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-46Josiah LeGree made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-46Anouar Mellouk made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by George Marshall.
- 2nd Half38-48Sebastian Akins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-48George Marshall made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anouar Mellouk.
- 2nd Half41-50Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Juke Harris.
- 2nd Half41-53Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqus Marion.
- 2nd Half41-55Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Mekhi Mason.
- 2nd Half41-57Juke Harris made Dunk. Assisted by Sebastian Akins.
- 2nd Half42-57Tamaury Releford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-57Jon Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-59Marqus Marion made Dunk.
- 2nd Half44-62Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqus Marion.
- 2nd Half47-62George Marshall made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-65Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Cross.
- 2nd Half49-65George Marshall made Layup. Assisted by Chase Dawson.
- 2nd Half49-67Cooper Schwieger made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-67George Marshall made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase Dawson.
- 2nd Half54-67Anouar Mellouk made Dunk. Assisted by Chase Dawson.
- 2nd Half56-67George Marshall made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-67George Marshall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-69Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk.
- 2nd Half58-69George Marshall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-69George Marshall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-70Juke Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-71Juke Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-73Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Sebastian Akins.
- 2nd Half61-73Josiah LeGree made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-74Juke Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-76Sebastian Akins made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-77Sebastian Akins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-77Davion Cunningham made Layup. Assisted by George Marshall.
- 2nd Half63-79Tre'Von Spillers made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-81Sebastian Akins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-81George Marshall made Two Point Tip Shot.
Win probability
Above the line favours Wake Forest Demon Deacons, below favours Morehead State Eagles.
Venue
- LJVM ColiseumWinston-Salem, NC
- Attendance6689
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Ben Stirt, Kellen Miliner
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