Wake Forest Tops West Virginia in Close Contest
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Charleston Coliseum
Wake Forest Demon Deacons 75, West Virginia Mountaineers 66, 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 Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs West Virginia Mountaineers?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons beat West Virginia Mountaineers 75-66 at Charleston Coliseum on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs West Virginia Mountaineers?
West Virginia Mountaineers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup at the Charleston Coliseum, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons defeated the West Virginia Mountaineers with a final score of 75-66. Both teams entered the game with identical records of 7-3, making this contest particularly significant as they sought to establish momentum in their respective seasons.
The Mountaineers had a solid home record of 7-1, showcasing their strength at home. They came into this game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Coppin State Eagles 91-49 and the Mercyhurst Lakers 70-38. West Virginia averaged 72.0 points per game while allowing only 57.6 points, indicating a strong defensive effort. However, their recent form had shown some vulnerability, particularly in away games, where they were 0-2.
On the other hand, Wake Forest had a mixed recent record of 6-4, with their last game resulting in a loss to the Oklahoma Sooners, 68-86. The Demon Deacons had been scoring at an impressive average of 82.6 points per game while allowing 72.9 points, reflecting a more offensive-minded approach. They had a home record of 5-2 and an away record of 1-2, indicating they were still finding their footing on the road.
The two teams had not faced each other recently, making this matchup intriguing as they both looked to assert themselves in the early part of the season. The game was tightly contested, with Wake Forest managing to pull away in the second half, thanks in part to key scoring plays from players like Honor Huff and Juke Harris, who made crucial layups and three-point shots.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had West Virginia favored by 2.5 points, with a total points line set at 143.5. The odds reflected the close nature of the contest, with both teams showing the potential to score and compete effectively.
As the game progressed, viewers could watch for the dynamic scoring from Wake Forest, particularly in the second half, where they executed several key plays to extend their lead. The Mountaineers, despite their loss, demonstrated resilience but ultimately could not keep pace with the Demon Deacons' offensive surge.
This victory for Wake Forest not only improves their record to 8-4 but also sets a tone for their upcoming games as they seek to build on this success.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WVU -2.5 | 143.5 o -110 / u -110 | Wake Forest Demon Deacons +124 · West Virginia Mountaineers -148 |
Leaders
- PointsHonor Huff24West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsJasper Floyd3West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsChance Moore8West Virginia Mountaineers
- PointsJuke Harris28Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- AssistsNate Calmese10Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- ReboundsMyles Colvin7Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Recent form
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W272 scored · 57.6 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W91-49vs Coppin State EaglesDec 4
- W70-38vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 30
- L68-78at Xavier MusketeersNov 23
- L67-70at Clemson TigersNov 21
- W81-59vs Lafayette LeopardsNov 18
- W71-49vs Pittsburgh PanthersNov 13
- W69-47vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 9
- W73-65vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 7
- W70-54vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 5
- L60-67vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 12
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.6 scored · 72.9 allowed per game1-2 away
- 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
- W88-74vs American University EaglesNov 4
- L59-68vs North Carolina Tar HeelsMar 13
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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Wake Forest Demon Deacons | West Virginia Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-57 | 21-52 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 10-25 | 6-28 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 21 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 18-24 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 17 |
| Assists | 18 | 9 |
| Steals | 11 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 1 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 30 |
| Fouls | 19 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 80 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-42Juke Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-43Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-43Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-44Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-45Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-45Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-45Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Sebastian Akins.
- 2nd Half56-45Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Sebastian Akins.
- 2nd Half56-47Chance Moore made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-47Chance Moore made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half58-47Juke Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-47Juke Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-49Honor Huff made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-49Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half61-49Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half61-52Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-52Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-53Chance Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-56Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-56Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-56Nate Calmese made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-56Nate Calmese made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-56Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half65-56Tre'Von Spillers made Dunk. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half67-56Tre'Von Spillers made Layup. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half67-57Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-58Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-57Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-58Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-58Omaha Biliew made Dunk. Assisted by Nate Calmese.
- 2nd Half69-60Chance Moore made Layup. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half72-60Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre'Von Spillers.
- 2nd Half72-62Honor Huff made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-62Honor Huff made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-64Jackson Fields made Layup. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half72-64Jackson Fields made Layup. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half75-64Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-64Juke Harris made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-66Chance Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-66Chance Moore made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours West Virginia Mountaineers, below favours Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
Venue
- Charleston ColiseumCharleston, WV
- Attendance10122
- OfficialsShane Staggs, Adam Flore, James Duke
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