Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Southern Methodist Mustangs predictions, Jan 20, 2026

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Southern Methodist

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons will face off against the Southern Methodist Mustangs on January 20, 2026, at the home court of the Demon Deacons. Both teams have had a mixed run of form recently, with Wake Forest winning 2 of their last 5 matches and Southern Methodist also securing 2 victories in their last 5 games.

The bookmakers have slightly favored the home team, with odds of 1.85 for a Wake Forest win compared to 1.8 for an away win by Southern Methodist. Our model prediction gives a narrow edge to the visitors, with a 50.8% probability of an away win.

Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent wins and improve their standing in the league. Tactical strategies and strong performances from key players will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this matchup. With the teams evenly matched in recent form, this game could go either way, making it a must-watch for basketball fans.

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Wake Forest
49.3%
Southern Methodist
50.7%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball SMU Mustangs: 0.47% Wake Forest: 0.25%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.85 1.80

Latest Results

17.01.26 Florida State Seminoles basketball – Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – 68:69
10.01.26 North Carolina Tar Heels basketball – Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – 87:84
07.01.26 Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – Miami FL Hurricanes basketball – 77:81
03.01.26 Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – Virginia Tech Hokies basketball – 81:78
31.12.25 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – 70:57
17.01.26 Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 68:72
14.01.26 Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – Virginia Tech Hokies basketball – 77:76
10.01.26 Duke Blue Devils basketball – Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – 82:75
07.01.26 Clemson Tigers basketball – Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – 74:70
03.01.26 Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – North Carolina Tar Heels basketball – 97:83

Facts

  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Southern Methodist may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, Wake Forest won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 77:66.

    Latest Head To Head

    15.02.25 Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – 66:77

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.6 (12.35%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.9 (9.63%)

    3. Houston Cougars: 11.2 (5.07%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 11.4 (4.98%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 11.6 (4.9%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 12.4 (4.58%)

    7. Florida Gators: 14.2 (4%)

    8. Iowa State: 15 (3.79%)

    9. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.87%)

    10. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20 (2.84%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 22 (2.58%)

    12. Brigham Young: 24.6 (2.31%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 27 (2.1%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 31 (1.83%)

    15. Michigan State: 32.25 (1.76%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (1.58%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 39 (1.46%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 39 (1.46%)

    19. Arkansas Razorbacks: 45 (1.26%)

    20. Texas Tech: 56.2 (1.01%)

    21. Louisville: 58.2 (0.98%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 68.2 (0.83%)

    23. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.76%)

    24. North Carolina: 76.2 (0.75%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 87.75 (0.65%)

    26. Tennessee Volunteers: 92.2 (0.62%)

    27. VCU Rams: 100 (0.57%)

    28. UC Irvine: 100 (0.57%)

    29. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.57%)

    30. High Point: 100 (0.57%)

    31. UC San Diego: 100 (0.57%)

    32. George Mason: 100 (0.57%)

    33. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.57%)

    34. McNeese State: 100 (0.57%)

    35. Utah State: 100 (0.57%)

    36. Yale: 100 (0.57%)

    37. Saint Marys: 100 (0.57%)

    38. California Maritime: 100 (0.57%)

    39. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.57%)

    40. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.57%)

    41. Iowa Hawkeyes: 102.2 (0.56%)

    42. Clemson: 105.2 (0.54%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 110.2 (0.52%)

    44. UCLA: 110.2 (0.52%)

    45. Villanova Wildcats: 112.2 (0.51%)

    46. Georgia Bulldogs: 115.2 (0.49%)

    47. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.47%)

    48. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.47%)

    49. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.47%)

    50. Auburn Tigers: 120.2 (0.47%)

    51. NC State: 120.2 (0.47%)

    52. UCF Knights: 130.2 (0.44%)

    53. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.44%)

    54. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.44%)

    55. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.41%)

    56. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.38%)

    57. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.38%)

    58. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.38%)

    59. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.38%)

    60. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.38%)

    61. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.32%)

    62. TCU: 180.2 (0.32%)

    63. Creighton: 180.2 (0.32%)

    64. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.32%)

    65. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.32%)

    66. LSU: 230.2 (0.25%)

    67. Ole Miss Rebels: 230.2 (0.25%)

    68. Wake Forest: 230.2 (0.25%)

    69. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.25%)

    70. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.25%)

    71. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.25%)

    72. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.25%)

    73. Oregon Ducks: 230.2 (0.25%)

    74. Boise State: 280.2 (0.2%)

    75. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.2%)

    76. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.2%)

    77. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.2%)

    78. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.2%)

    79. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.17%)

    80. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.11%)

    81. St. Louis Billikens: 501 (0.11%)

    82. New Mexico: 751 (0.08%)

    83. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.06%)

    84. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.06%)

    85. Marquette: 1001 (0.06%)

    86. Colorado State: 1001 (0.06%)

    87. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.06%)

    88. Colorado: 1001 (0.06%)

    89. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.06%)

    90. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.06%)

    91. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.06%)

    92. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.06%)

    93. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.06%)

    94. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.06%)

    95. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.06%)

    96. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.06%)

    97. Arizona State: 1001 (0.06%)

    98. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.06%)

    99. Florida State: 1001 (0.06%)

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