Wake Forest's Nate Calmese Out Indefinitely

Senior point guard sidelined with injury, timeline unclear

Jan. 29, 2026 at 7:47pm

Wake Forest University has announced that senior point guard Nate Calmese will be out indefinitely due to an unspecified injury. Calmese, a key player for the Demon Deacons, will miss an undetermined number of games as he recovers.

Why it matters

Calmese's absence is a significant blow for Wake Forest, as he is the team's starting point guard and a crucial part of their offense. His injury could have major implications for the Demon Deacons' performance in upcoming games, including their matchup against rival North Carolina.

The details

The university has not provided details on the nature or severity of Calmese's injury. He will undergo further evaluation and treatment before a timeline for his return is established.

  • Calmese's injury occurred sometime prior to January 30, 2026.

The players

Nate Calmese

A senior point guard for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball team.

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What’s next

The Demon Deacons will have to adjust their lineup and game plan in Calmese's absence, with his return date still unknown.

The takeaway

Calmese's injury is a significant setback for Wake Forest, who will need to find a way to compete without their starting point guard until he is able to return to the court.