The Davidson Wildcats (8-2) will travel to Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum to square off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (5-3). The game can be seen on ESPNU at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Davidson Wildcats at Wake Forest Demon Deacons ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Demon Deacons beat the North Carolina A&T Aggies 90-78, while the Wildcats won big over the Cleveland State Vikings 83-63.
The Wildcats had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (47.7 vs. 7.1) and had a much better turnover percentage (13.4 vs. 24.2). The Demon Deacons, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (54.8 vs. 22.9) and had a much better free throw rate (0.464 vs. 0.220). Wake Forest received a boost from Jaylen Hoard, who contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Kellan Grady was a key piece for Davidson with 24 points and seven rebounds.
The high-powered offense of Davidson will go head-to-head against the mid-tier defense of Wake Forest. Dating back to last season, the Wildcats rank 80th in offensive efficiency, while the Demon Deacons are 278th in defensive efficiency. The Wildcats figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Davidson Wildcats vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Davidson, ATS Winner – Wake Forest, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Davidson ranks 28th in three pointers attempted per game (27.5) while Wake Forest ranks 211th (20.3).
- The Wildcats rank 25th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Demon Deacons rank 120th (6.5).
- The Wildcats rank 69th in assists per game (16.3) while the Demon Deacons rank 170th in assists allowed per game (14.3).
- Davidson ranks second in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Wake Forest ranks 102nd (3.4).
