Wake Forest Seeks Bounceback Win Against Struggling Georgia Tech

The Demon Deacons look to end a five-game losing streak in Atlanta

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons men's basketball team will travel to Atlanta to take on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, both teams looking to end recent five-game losing streaks. Wake Forest has struggled to close out close games, while Georgia Tech's offense has been sputtering. The Deacons will need improved point guard play and better execution down the stretch to get a much-needed ACC road victory.

Why it matters

This game is an important opportunity for Wake Forest to get back on track after a difficult stretch. A win could help the Demon Deacons regain momentum in ACC play and keep their postseason hopes alive. For Georgia Tech, a victory would provide a needed confidence boost amidst their own recent struggles.

The details

The Yellow Jackets have been mired in a five-game losing streak since defeating NC State on the road. Their offense has been inefficient, shooting just 44.9% from the field and committing 13.3 turnovers per game during this skid. However, Georgia Tech boasts a formidable frontcourt duo of Kowacie Reeves Jr. and Baye Ndongo, both averaging double-figure scoring. For Wake Forest, the absence of injured point guard Nate Calmese has forced other players like Sebastian Akins and Isaac Carr to step up and run the offense, with mixed results. The Demon Deacons have struggled to maintain focus and avoid bad stretches that have doomed them in close losses.

  • The game will tip off at 9 pm ET on February 11, 2026.
  • Wake Forest is currently on a five-game losing streak, while Georgia Tech has also lost five straight since defeating NC State.

The players

Kowacie Reeves Jr.

A Georgia Tech forward who is averaging double-figure scoring and anchors the Yellow Jackets' formidable frontcourt.

Baye Ndongo

A Georgia Tech forward who pairs with Reeves to form an intimidating presence in the paint for the Yellow Jackets.

Nate Calmese

The injured Wake Forest point guard whose absence has forced other players to step up and run the offense.

Sebastian Akins

The Wake Forest player who has been starting in place of the injured Nate Calmese at point guard.

Isaac Carr

The Wake Forest freshman who has also been taking on point guard minutes in Calmese's absence.

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