Sophomore Juke Harris leads Wake Forest to Senior Day win

Harris scores 31 points as Deacons defeat California on special occasion

Mar. 8, 2026 at 3:12am

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Sophomore guard Juke Harris had a standout performance, scoring 31 points to lead Wake Forest to a victory over California on the team's Senior Day celebration.

Why it matters

Harris' big game helped the Deacons secure a win on a meaningful day for the team's graduating seniors, providing an exciting finish to the regular season for the program and its fans.

The details

Harris, a sophomore, poured in 31 points to pace the Deacons to the win over California. The victory came on Wake Forest's Senior Day, an annual tradition honoring the team's graduating players.

  • The game took place on March 8, 2026.

The players

Juke Harris

A sophomore guard for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball team.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

The men's basketball team of Wake Forest University, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

California

The men's basketball team of the University of California.

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What they’re saying

“Juke really stepped up for us today and helped make Senior Day a special occasion.”

— Steve Forbes, Head Coach, Wake Forest Demon Deacons

The takeaway

Harris' impressive performance on Senior Day showcased his talent and potential, providing an uplifting end to the regular season for the Wake Forest program and its dedicated fanbase.