NCAAB · Final

SMU Mustangs Defeat Wake Forest Demon Deacons 91-79

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · LJVM Coliseum

SMU Mustangs 91, Wake Forest Demon Deacons 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?

SMU Mustangs beat Wake Forest Demon Deacons 91-79 at LJVM Coliseum on January 20, 2026.

Who was favored in SMU Mustangs vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?

Wake Forest Demon Deacons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.

In a competitive matchup at LJVM Coliseum, the SMU Mustangs emerged victorious over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons with a final score of 91-79. This game was notable as it marked the first meeting between these two teams since the 2025 season, where Wake Forest had previously won 77-66 on the road. The Mustangs, now at 15-5 overall, showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 83.5 points in their last ten games, while the Demon Deacons fell to 11-9, continuing a mixed run of form.

The Mustangs entered the game with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten outings, but they had struggled in their last game, losing to the Virginia Cavaliers 68-72. In contrast, the Demon Deacons had a similar record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they came off a narrow victory against the Florida State Seminoles, winning 69-68. Both teams had fluctuated in their scoring averages, with Wake Forest averaging 76.0 points scored and 77.5 points allowed, while SMU's scoring average was significantly higher at 83.5 points scored and 78.9 points allowed.

At home, Wake Forest had a record of 3-3, while SMU struggled on the road, holding an 0-4 away record prior to this game. This fixture was expected to be tightly contested, with DraftKings setting the odds at Wake Forest -1.5, indicating a close matchup. The total points line was set at 157.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best players to secure a crucial win. The conditions in the arena were typical for a basketball game, with fans eager to support their teams in what promised to be an exciting contest.

As the game unfolded, the Mustangs capitalized on their offensive capabilities, with key plays including Tre'Von Spillers making a 9-foot hook shot and Juke Harris hitting a 25-foot three-point jumper. The Mustangs maintained a steady lead throughout the second half, demonstrating their ability to execute under pressure. The final scoring plays featured Omaha Biliew contributing crucial free throws and Mitchell Holmes adding to the score with an 8-foot hook shot.

The Mustangs' victory not only showcased their scoring talent but also highlighted their resilience, bouncing back from a recent loss to secure a solid win against Wake Forest. This game will be a point of reflection for the Demon Deacons as they look to improve their performance in upcoming fixtures.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	WAKE -1.5	157.5 o -108 / u -112	SMU Mustangs -108 · Wake Forest Demon Deacons -112

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Leaders

PointsJuke Harris27Wake Forest Demon Deacons
AssistsNate Calmese6Wake Forest Demon Deacons
ReboundsJuke Harris6Wake Forest Demon Deacons
PointsB.J. Edwards24SMU Mustangs
AssistsB.J. Edwards7SMU Mustangs
ReboundsJaden Toombs9SMU Mustangs

Recent form

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Last 10: 5-5Streak W176 scored · 77.5 allowed per game3-3 at home

W69-68at Florida State SeminolesJan 17
L84-87at North Carolina Tar HeelsJan 10
L77-81vs Miami HurricanesJan 8
W81-78vs Virginia Tech HokiesJan 3
L57-70at NC State WolfpackDec 31
L67-98vs Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 21
W71-68vs Longwood LancersDec 18
W111-73vs Queens University RoyalsDec 14
W75-66at West Virginia MountaineersDec 6
L68-86vs Oklahoma SoonersDec 3

SMU Mustangs

Last 10: 5-5Streak L183.5 scored · 78.9 allowed per game0-4 away

L68-72vs Virginia CavaliersJan 17
W77-76vs Virginia Tech HokiesJan 15
L75-82at Duke Blue DevilsJan 10
L70-74at Clemson TigersJan 8
W97-83vs North Carolina Tar HeelsJan 3
W110-63vs Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 28
W99-82vs Central Arkansas BearsDec 21
L77-89at LSU TigersDec 14
W93-80vs Texas A&M AggiesDec 7
L69-88at Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 4

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	SMU Mustangs	Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Field goals	32-64	28-64
Field goal %	50	44
Three-pointers	14-28	10-30
Three-point %	50	33
Free throws	13-18	13-18
Free throw %	72	72
Rebounds	40	28
Offensive rebounds	11	8
Defensive rebounds	29	20
Assists	23	20
Steals	8	9
Blocks	5	5
Turnovers	14	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	16
Fast-break points	5	10
Points in the paint	24	32
Fouls	17	17
Largest lead	22	3
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	89	6

How the scoring went

2nd Half50-46Tre'Von Spillers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nate Calmese assists)
2nd Half52-46Boopie Miller makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half54-46Corey Washington makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Boopie Miller assists)
2nd Half56-46B.J. Edwards makes layup
2nd Half57-46B.J. Edwards makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-46Corey Washington makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jaden Toombs assists)
2nd Half60-48Tre'Von Spillers makes 0-foot alley oop dunk (Sebastian Akins assists)
2nd Half63-48Corey Washington makes 23-foot three point jumper (B.J. Edwards assists)
2nd Half63-50Tre'Von Spillers makes 5-foot hook shot (Sebastian Akins assists)
2nd Half65-50Jaron Pierre Jr. makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half65-51Tre'Von Spillers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-52Tre'Von Spillers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-52Jaron Pierre Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Boopie Miller assists)
2nd Half68-54Sebastian Akins makes driving layup
2nd Half71-54Jermaine O'Neal Jr. makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (B.J. Edwards assists)
2nd Half73-54B.J. Edwards makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half73-57Juke Harris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nate Calmese assists)
2nd Half75-57Jermaine O'Neal Jr. makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Boopie Miller assists)
2nd Half75-60Myles Colvin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Juke Harris assists)
2nd Half78-60Sam Walters makes 22-foot three point jumper (B.J. Edwards assists)
2nd Half78-61Myles Colvin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-62Myles Colvin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-65Myles Colvin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nate Calmese assists)
2nd Half79-65Jaden Toombs makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-65Jaden Toombs makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-65Boopie Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-65Boopie Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-65Samet Yigitoglu makes layup (Boopie Miller assists)
2nd Half85-65Samet Yigitoglu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half86-65Samet Yigitoglu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half86-67Tre'Von Spillers makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Nate Calmese assists)
2nd Half89-67Jaron Pierre Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Toombs assists)
2nd Half89-69Tre'Von Spillers makes 9-foot hook shot (Nate Calmese assists)
2nd Half89-70Omaha Biliew makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half89-71Omaha Biliew makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half91-71Mitchell Holmes makes 8-foot hook shot (Jaden Toombs assists)
2nd Half91-74Juke Harris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre'Von Spillers assists)
2nd Half91-75Tre'Von Spillers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half91-76Tre'Von Spillers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half91-79Juke Harris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaac Carr assists)