Delaware State Hornets (6-7) vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons (6-3)
Delaware State vs. Wake Forest 12/18/23 – An anticipated matchup on Monday, December 18th 2023 between two nationally competitive NCAA Men’s Basketball teams: Delaware State Hornets with their 6-7 record and Wake Forest Demon Deacons’ current 6-3 mark face each other for a must-watch clash on Monday 18th December. Both squads aim to strengthen their respective standings; making this contest particularly alluring to those seeking free college basketball picks!
Delaware State Hornets have seen inconsistent performances this season. Their 6-7 record doesn’t do justice to their potential; offense has averaged 75.1 points per game with 44.9% field efficiency shooting 3-pointers while 3-pointers average 32.6% shooting them down the court. Defensively they could decrease turnovers to an average of 15.6 turnovers per game and increase rebound numbers which currently average 35.8 per game while maintaining competitive edge on court.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons have displayed more consistency this season with their 6-3 record and averaged an impressive 79 points per game; their shooting accuracy averaged 47.8%; 3-point shooting averaged 36.1% while free throw accuracy reached 77.5 percent – both impressive figures. Wake Forest excels at defensive rebounding at 26 per game but less effectively when it came to offensive rebounds than Delaware State.
Delaware State vs. Wake Forest 12/18/23 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 18, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum |
| TV: | ACCN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Martaz Robinson (Guard) vs. Hunter Sallis (Guard)
Martaz Robinson has been an instrumental member of the Delaware State Hornets. Playing 34.3 minutes per game and averaging 18.2 points, Robinson is an essential offensive weapon who also excels at rebounding (6.2 RPG) and creating plays (2.5 APG). However, his 2.8 turnovers per game could present problems against teams like Wake Forest.
Hunter Sallis from Wake Forest averages 17.7 points per game with slightly increased minutes played (35.8) and comparable rebounding numbers (2.78 RPG) than Robinson; his shooting efficiency and defensive contributions (1 swipe per game) will prove invaluable in keeping Robinson at bay.
This encounter between Robinson and Sallis will provide one of the game’s main attractions. Their aggressive offensive play will face off against Sallis’ formidable defensive strategy; each player may find his or her style of play decisive to the outcome of this contest.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD
Betting odds have yet to be set for this game; however, bettors can anticipate an intense and competitive matchup based on past performances and trends of both teams.
Delaware State Hornets Betting Trends
Delaware State Hornets have been impressive against the spread, going undefeated against it over their last five games and going 5-0 against it overall. This indicates their ability to outperform expectations, making them an attractive pick for spread bettors. Furthermore, 3 of their last 5 totals went OVER which could indicate higher-scoring games as well.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Trends
Wake Forest, on the other hand, has had less success against the spread in their last five games, going 2-3. While this inconsistency might cause concern to bettors, their trend of totals going OVER in only one of those five contests suggests more robust defensive performances.
Delaware State Hornets vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons 12/18/23 Betting Picks
Based on analysis, this game appears to be a tight contest with both teams possessing distinctive strengths. Delaware State’s offensive prowess under Robinson could prove challenging for Wake Forest’s more balanced approach. When selecting expert premium picks, keeping in mind both teams’ over/under and spread trends is vital; especially given Delaware State’s impressive performance against the spread over recent seasons.
Overall, this game could go either way; Wake Forest might hold the edge due to their overall team efficiency and home court advantage; however Delaware State could offer an intriguing option as an underdog pick with recent performance against the spread proving tempting for pickers – although an expected close score that favors Wake Forest wouldn’t be unexpected.
Free Pick and Prediction: Wake Forest Demon Deacons 78, Delaware State Hornets 73