The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (15-5, 7-2 ACC) visit the No. 22 Louisville Cardinals (15-5, 8-1) Tuesday. Tip-off from the KFC Yum! Center is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Wake Forest vs. Louisville odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.
Wake Forest snapped a 6-game winning streak with a 63-56 loss against Duke Saturday while covering as an 11.5-point home underdog. G Juke Harris scored a team-high 14 points off the bench, while the Demon Deacons shot just 37.3% from the field.
Louisville has won 9 games in a row after taking down SMU 98-73 last Tuesday (Jan. 21), covering as a 1.5-point road favorite. G Reyne Smith scored a game-high 30 points while shooting 10 of 17 from the 3-point line.
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Wake Forest at Louisville odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:57 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Wake Forest +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Louisville -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Wake Forest +8.5 (-110) | Louisville -8.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
Wake Forest at Louisville picks and predictions
Prediction
Louisville 76, Wake Forest 71
Moneyline
PASS.
There is no value on Louisville (-375), which is on a 9-game winning streak, to cash Tuesday.
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Against the spread
BET WAKE FOREST +8.5 (-110).
While Louisville is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games, Wake Forest is a comparable 7-2-1 ATS, including 6-0-1 over its last 7. Wake Forest fell to second-ranked Duke by just 7 points Saturday and has won 6 consecutive games straight up. Getting 8.5 is too big of a spread for a team that is playing as hot as the Demon Deacons.
Over/Under
BET OVER 143.5 (-105).
Wake Forest has scored 72 or more points in 7 of its last 10 games and has hit the Over in 3 of its last 4 on the road.
Louisville has hit the Over in 3 of its last 4 games and allowed 67 or more points in 3 straight.
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Wake Forest at Louisville Odds, Picks and Predictions
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons will be facing off against the Louisville Cardinals in what is sure to be an exciting college football matchup. Both teams have had their fair share of ups and downs this season, but they will be looking to come out on top in this crucial game.
The odds for this game are currently in favor of Louisville, with the Cardinals being listed as 6.5-point favorites. The over/under for the game is set at 57.5 points, indicating that oddsmakers are expecting a relatively high-scoring affair.
When it comes to picks and predictions, it’s always tough to predict the outcome of a college football game. However, based on recent performances and overall team strength, it seems like Louisville may have the edge in this matchup. The Cardinals have a potent offense led by quarterback Malik Cunningham, who has been putting up big numbers all season long.
On the other hand, Wake Forest has been solid on both sides of the ball and should not be underestimated. Their defense has been impressive at times, and their offense is capable of putting up points in a hurry.
In the end, it could come down to which team makes fewer mistakes and capitalizes on their opportunities. While Louisville may have the slight edge, this game could easily go either way.
Overall, this game is shaping up to be a close and competitive battle between two evenly matched teams. It should be a thrilling game to watch for college football fans, and one that could potentially have playoff implications for both teams.
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