The Clemson Tigers (11-9, 5-5 ACC) will be at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum to meet the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (9-11, 2-8 ACC) in an ACC matchup. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020, and will air on ACC Network.
Clemson Tigers at Wake Forest Demon Deacons ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Demon Deacons fell to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, 90-80, while the Tigers won a close one over the Syracuse Orange, 71-70.
The Tigers had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 37.9 (above their season average of 23.8) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.565 (above their season average of 0.501). Wake Forest, meanwhile, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (30.3 vs. 28.2). Brandon Childress played well for Wake Forest with 24 points, six rebounds and five assists. Meanwhile, Tevin Mack led the way for Clemson, recording 32 points and 10 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Hunter Tyson led the Tigers to a 71-68 victory. He put up 21 points and five rebounds. Clemson had a better turnover percentage (9.9 vs. 12.4). Wake Forest, on the other hand, did a great job of making free throws (11-15; 73.3 percent).
Wake Forest might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they go head-to-head against one of the nation’s best defenses. Clemson ranks 99th in defensive efficiency while the Demon Deacons rank 203rd in offensive efficiency.
Clemson Tigers vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Wake Forest, ATS Winner – Wake Forest, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Clemson ranks 35th in three pointers attempted per game (26.1) while Wake Forest ranks 251st (18.2).
- The Demon Deacons rank 63rd in rebounds per game (38.4) while the Tigers rank 133rd in rebounds allowed per game (34.9).
- Clemson averages 13.4 assists per game, which ranks 124th in the country. Wake Forest ranks 142nd in assists allowed per game (12.9).
- The Tigers rank 83rd in steals per game (7.2) while the Demon Deacons rank 196th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
- Clemson ranks 29th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Wake Forest ranks 140th (3.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Demon Deacons’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.4, up from 1.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (1.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (4.7 above their season average).
