Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 14, 2026
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The Stanford Cardinal travel to Winston-Salem to face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Saturday at LJVM Coliseum. Stanford enters at 16-9 overall and 5-7 in ACC play after winning two straight games, including a 70-64 road victory over Boston College in its most recent outing. Wake Forest is 12-12 overall and 3-8 in conference action and is coming off an 83-67 road win over Georgia Tech. Find value with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 14
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Location: LJVM Coliseum, Winston-Salem, NC
- TV: ACC Network
Stanford Cardinal Preview
Stanford averages 75.9 points per game and allows 72.7, with Ebuka Okorie leading the offense, averaging 22.4 points and 3.3 assists per game. Okorie’s ability to score off the bounce and create clean looks for teammates is central to Stanford’s half-court production. AJ Rohosy leads the Cardinal in rebounding, averaging 5.4 per game, helping Stanford finish possessions and limit second looks for opponents. Benny Gealer adds 10.4 points per game and shoots 42.5% from three, giving Stanford another reliable three-point threat.
Defensively, the Cardinal generate 8.0 steals per game, with Okorie (1.6 steals per game) and Gealer (1.5) applying pressure on the perimeter. Oskar Giltay anchors the paint with 1.3 blocks per game, and Stanford’s ball security has been a strength, averaging just 8.0 turnovers per game. Chisom Okpara is out for the season, while Kristers Skrinda, Evan Stinson, and Tallis Toure are out indefinitely.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 75.9
- Points Allowed: 72.7
- Rebounds: 34.4
- Assists: 12.2
- Steals: 8.0
- Blocks: 3.5
- Turnovers: 8.0
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Preview
Wake Forest averages 80.2 points per game and allows 77.6, leaning heavily on Juke Harris, who leads the team, averaging 21.1 points per game and also tops the squad in rebounding at 6.4 per game. Nate Calmese runs the attack with 4.9 assists per game, and Myles Colvin adds 12.4 points per game while contributing 1.6 steals per game on the defensive end. Tre’Von Spillers provides an interior presence with 11.0 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, plus a team-high 1.3 blocks per game.
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Wake Forest forces action with 8.9 steals per game and plays at a tempo that can turn opponents’ mistakes into quick points. The Deacons average 11.4 turnovers per game, so protecting the ball is important at home. Wake Forest does not have any players listed on its injury report.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 80.2
- Points Allowed: 77.6
- Rebounds: 33.3
- Assists: 14.9
- Steals: 8.8
- Blocks: 3.6
- Turnovers: 11.4
Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons Prediction
Wake Forest’s scoring and defensive pressure create clear advantages against a Stanford offense that depends heavily on Ebuka Okorie’s scoring. Wake Forest averages 8.8 steals per game, and that ball pressure will disrupt the Cardinal offense. Stanford has perimeter shooting with Benny Gealer at 42.5% from three, but Wake Forest will dictate pace, generate transition opportunities, and maintain control throughout the second half. Final Score Prediction: Wake Forest Demon Deacons win and cover ATS, 82-76.
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