FINAL
January 31, 2026 β’ LJVM Coliseum
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 31, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: NC State Wolfpack meets Wake Forest Demon Deacons at LJVM Coliseum.
NC State Wolfpack
Visiting Side
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
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NC State Wolfpack
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Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Projected Score
NC 84
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WAK 79
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- NC State Wolfpack boasts a superior average point differential.
- NC State Wolfpack operates with higher offensive efficiency.
NC State Wolfpack
STAT
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Wake Forest Demon Deacons plays on familiar turf at LJVM Coliseum.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why NC State Wolfpack Could Win
NC State Wolfpack generates 77.0 points per game while shooting 46.8%.
Why Wake Forest Demon Deacons Could Win
Wake Forest Demon Deacons produces 75.8 points per game on 45.0% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if NC State Wolfpack's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
LJVM Coliseum
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
NC State Wolfpack (56.7%)
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (43.3%)
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