Wake Forest Dominates Northeastern 86-73; Spillers and Harris Shine
BREAKING: In a thrilling college basketball matchup, Wake Forest has bested Northeastern with a decisive score of 86-73 on December 1, 2023. The Demon Deacons surged ahead in the second half, showcasing outstanding performances from Tre’Von Spillers and Juke Harris, who each netted 17 points.
As the game unfolded at Winston-Salem, N.C., Spillers not only scored but also dominated the boards, pulling down 10 rebounds. Harris was equally impressive, shooting 10 of 11 from the free-throw line, contributing significantly to the team’s victory. The win improves Wake Forest’s record to 6-2 for the season.
Wake Forest started strong, leading 33-24 midway through the first half. However, Northeastern’s Miles Newton erupted with 22 points, helping the Huskies close the gap to 45-44 by halftime. Their resilience was palpable, but it wasn’t enough to withstand Wake Forest’s second-half surge.
After capitalizing on 11 turnovers from Northeastern in the first 14 minutes of the second half, the Demon Deacons extended their lead to 79-65. Despite Northeastern’s attempts to rally, including a late push that brought them within 79-70 with just over four minutes remaining, Harris hit a crucial jumper followed by a 3-pointer from Myles Colvin, solidifying the victory.
As Wake Forest looks ahead, they are set to host Oklahoma on Tuesday in the highly anticipated ACC/SEC Challenge. Meanwhile, Northeastern prepares for their upcoming game against Holy Cross on Wednesday, hoping to bounce back from this defeat.
This match highlights not only the competitive spirit of college basketball but also the potential of Wake Forest as they continue to build momentum this season. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates on the AP Top 25 and other college basketball news.
