The Duke Blue Devils (18-5) are set to host the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (16-7) in a high-stakes ACC showdown. With both teams looking to solidify their standings and build momentum as the season progresses, this matchup is poised to be a battle of offensive prowess. Let’s run through the Wake Forest vs. Duke predictions for Monday, Feb. 12 below with this game played at Duke.
Wake Forest vs. Duke Odds
- Moneyline: Wake Forest +260 (DraftKings) / Duke -300 (BetMGM)
- Spread: Duke -7.5
- Total: 152
Game Info
- Date: Monday, Feb. 12
- Time: 07:00 PM ET
- Location: Cameron Indoor Stadium – Durham, NC
- TV: ESPN
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Trends
- On the road, Wake Forest Demon Deacons are 2 and 5 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Wake Forest Demon Deacons are 12 and 11.
- Against the spread on the road, Wake Forest Demon Deacons are 2 and 5.
Duke Blue Devils Betting Trends
- At home, Duke Blue Devils are 12 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Duke Blue Devils are 12 and 11.
- Against the spread at home, Duke Blue Devils are 10 and 6.
Wake Forest vs. Duke Predictions
The offensive firepower on both sides of this matchup is hard to ignore. With Duke averaging 80.7 points per game and Wake Forest slightly edging them with 80.8 points per game, the scoring potential is high. Both teams rank in the top 50 for average points per game nationally, and their recent performances have showcased their ability to put up big numbers. Wake Forest’s proficiency from the free-throw line could play a significant role in pushing the total score up, especially in a close game where fouls become more frequent in the latter stages.
Historically, games between these two have seen high scores, and with both teams currently on winning streaks, the confidence and momentum are there to continue this trend. The over/under line is set at 152, a threshold that both teams have surpassed in various games this season. Given the offensive trends and the stakes of an ACC matchup, there’s a strong case to be made for a high-scoring affair that surpasses the total line, making the ‘Over’ pick the more compelling choice for this game.
The Pick: Over 152 (BetRivers)
