Syracuse vs Wake Forest Prediction, Picks & Odds | 28 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Syracuse vs Wake Forest
The Syracuse Orange face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, with tip-off scheduled for 17:45 on Saturday, February 28.
Syracuse and Wake Forest should be able to accumulate enough points for our prediction to win. We’re forecasting Over 150.5 and odds of -110 are available for this outcome.
Syracuse Orange lost their previous game, being beaten at home to North Carolina Tar Heels 77-64.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons were beaten last game and this was on the road. Boston College Eagles claimed a 68-67 win.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Wake Forest beat Syracuse when the teams last met. It was a 81-71 scoreline. Wake Forest have won three on the bounce against Syracuse. On the flip side, they have lost 6 of the past 10 meetings between the teams.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wake Forest
|
17-16 | 2602 | 2543 | 59 | 12-6 | 5-10 | 1L |
Syracuse
|
15-17 | 2400 | 2376 | 24 | 12-6 | 3-11 | 6L |
Syracuse vs Wake Forest Prediction & Picks
The Syracuse vs Wake Forest betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, player prop bets, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
We’re expecting Over 150.5 points to be scored by the two teams combined. There’s a juicy -110 for our pick and we’re anticipating that the scoreboard will tick over in this college contest.
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Key Syracuse vs Wake Forest stats:
Over 150.5 Probability
According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. However, our analysts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Juke Harris (Wake Forest) can be backed to record Over 1.5 assists at -141. There’s an opportunity to enjoy a Player Assists bet that he is able to cover an appealing line.
Latest Juke Harris Player Prop Odds
Myles Colvin (Wake Forest) is available at -110 to score Over 9.5 points. We have a strong conviction that he is able to cover the total when it comes to betting on Player Points.
Latest Myles Colvin Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 152.5, combined with Wake Forest -3.5 on the spread and Juke Harris (Wake Forest) to get Over 1.5 assists.
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Correct Score Prediction
74
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82
Wake Forest
There are lots of different ways to back the Demon Deacons on the correct score betting and something like 82-74 in their favor might be along the right lines at massive odds.
Syracuse vs Wake Forest Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Wake Forest are regarded as having a 65% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -182. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Syracuse are trading at +150.
There is a spread of 3.5 and total points has a line of 152.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. If you're keen on Over 152.5, this selection is available at -105.
There are plenty of team props and game lines available for college basketball wagering, and we recommend checking out the top sportsbooks to find the bet that aligns with your prediction for the game.
In terms of scoring most points, favorite Juke Harris is available at -110 to rack up Over 24.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -118 is available.
For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, college basketball micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.
- NCAAB: 31/12 2024 Wake Forest 81 Syracuse 71
- NCAAB: 04/02 2024 Syracuse 70 Wake Forest 99
- NCAAB: 08/03 2023 Wake Forest 77 Syracuse 74
- NCAAB: 04/03 2023 Wake Forest 63 Syracuse 72
- NCAAB: 30/01 2022 Wake Forest 72 Syracuse 94
- NCAAB: 08/01 2022 Syracuse 74 Wake Forest 77
- NCAAB: 09/02 2020 Wake Forest 73 Syracuse 75
- NCAAB: 02/03 2019 Syracuse 79 Wake Forest 54
- NCAAB: 07/03 2018 Wake Forest 64 Syracuse 73
- NCAAB: 11/02 2018 Wake Forest 70 Syracuse 78
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Syracuse Stats
Wake Forest Stats
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
- 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
- -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 159.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 152.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 150.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 150.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.40 pts and allowed 83.60 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 70.40 pts and allowed 81.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 155.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 161.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 150.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 150.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.80 pts and allowed 80.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 79.70 pts and allowed 81.30 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Atlantic Coast | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Duke
|
32-2 | 2798 | 2147 | 651 | 21-0 | 11-2 | 11W |
Virginia
|
29-5 | 2742 | 2326 | 416 | 19-1 | 10-4 | 1L |
Miami
|
25-8 | 2704 | 2349 | 355 | 16-4 | 9-4 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
24-8 | 2553 | 2282 | 271 | 19-1 | 5-7 | 2L |
Clemson
|
24-10 | 2521 | 2269 | 252 | 16-3 | 8-7 | 1L |
Louisville
|
23-10 | 2797 | 2382 | 415 | 16-2 | 7-8 | 1L |
California
|
21-11 | 2492 | 2344 | 148 | 17-4 | 4-7 | 2L |
Stanford
|
20-12 | 2431 | 2326 | 105 | 12-7 | 8-5 | 1L |
NC State
|
20-13 | 2762 | 2525 | 237 | 13-7 | 7-6 | 1L |
SMU
|
20-13 | 2779 | 2561 | 218 | 17-3 | 3-10 | 1L |
Virginia Tech
|
19-13 | 2521 | 2396 | 125 | 15-4 | 4-9 | 2L |
Florida State
|
18-15 | 2652 | 2572 | 80 | 12-8 | 6-7 | 1L |
|
Wake Forest
|
17-16 | 2602 | 2543 | 59 | 12-6 | 5-10 | 1L |
|
Syracuse
|
15-17 | 2400 | 2376 | 24 | 12-6 | 3-11 | 6L |
Notre Dame
|
13-18 | 2308 | 2335 | -27 | 11-7 | 2-11 | 2L |
Pittsburgh
|
13-20 | 2327 | 2370 | -43 | 8-10 | 5-10 | 1L |
Boston College
|
11-20 | 2090 | 2191 | -101 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 1W |
Georgia Tech
|
11-20 | 2287 | 2400 | -113 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 12L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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