Wake Forest takes on Longwood tonight as Myles Colvin looks to extend hot streak after career-high 33-point explosion

Wake Forest basketball takes on Longwood tonight at 7 PM EST in Winston-Salem as Myles Colvin looks to keep his sizzling hot streak alive. After a career-high 33 points just three days ago, the Demon Deacons are riding momentum going into this non-conference matchup.

Colvin Heating Up as Wake Steps Into Conference Stretch

Myles Colvin has emerged as the catalyst for Wake Forest’s recent success. The Purdue transfer exploded for 26 points in the first half against Queens, setting the tone early and leaving no doubt about his arrival in the lineup. He also grabbed a career-high 8 rebounds while shooting 7-for-8 from three-point range.

Wake Forest coach Steve Forbes praised Colvin’s performance, noting the elite shooting display. The Deacons put up a season-high 111 points while holding Queens to just 73 points, showcasing the kind of offensive firepower that could carry them through the conference schedule ahead. Colvin averages 13.8 points over his last 10 games, establishing himself as a consistent scoring threat.

Wake Forest’s Balanced Attack Beyond Colvin Stands Out

While Colvin is getting the headlines, Wake Forest has multiple contributors stepping up. Omaha Biliew posted a career-high 16 points in the Queens rout, showing that the Demon Deacons can score from multiple positions. Juke Harris leads the team with 20.1 points per game and remains the primary scoring option for the program.

The Deacons bounced back impressively after a disappointing loss to Oklahoma. They recorded a neutral-site victory against West Virginia last weekend before dominating Queens. Wake Forest has now racked up consecutive strong performances and would complete a three-game winning streak with a victory tonight—their second such streak of the season.

Longwood Adjusting After Road Struggles and Looking for Spark

Longwood arrives in Winston-Salem looking to bounce back from an upset loss to Delaware State on the road. The Lancers compete in the Big South Conference and earned an NCAA Tournament appearance in 2024 when they faced Houston. Jacoi Hutchinson leads Longwood with 13.1 points per game and handles 3.2 assists per contest.

The Lancers have three scorers in double figures including senior forwards Johan Nziemi (12.8 PPG) and Elijah Tucker (11.7 PPG). Tucker had an efficient performance with 20 points on 8-for-9 shooting in their previous game. Longwood coach Ronnie Thomas emphasized the need for multiple contributors to step up rather than relying on one hot performer.

Will Wake Forest’s Defensive Intensity Show Up for a Full Game?

Wake Forest showed concerning lapses defensively against Queens, allowing 39 points in the first half before tightening things up considerably. In the second half, the Deacons held Queens to just 34 points with only 11 made field goals, forcing eight turnovers compared to just five in the opening frame.

Coach Forbes needs his team to sustain that second-half defensive intensity for a complete 40 minutes if they want to dominate. Playing full-game press defense with multiple contributors generating turnovers will be the key to avoiding a letdown against a Big South opponent. A strong performance tonight sets the tone heading into conference play and a crucial weekend matchup against Vanderbilt.

Sources

• Sports Illustrated – Wake Forest basketball preview and analysis
• CBS Sports – Game coverage and player statistics
• ESPN – Game tracking and official records

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