Wake Forest Men’s Basketball Opens Season with Victory Over Maryland Eastern Shore
Wake Forest University men's basketball team began their season with an 83-62 victory over Maryland Eastern Shore. Gavin Placide was a standout player, scoring 20 points in the game.
Greensboro High Point Winston Salem, NC, November 3, 2026 — Wake Forest University’s men’s basketball team commenced its 2023-2024 season with a decisive 83-62 win against visiting Maryland Eastern Shore. The game marked the official start of the team’s competitive schedule for the year.
The Demon Deacons established control early in the contest, ultimately securing a comfortable margin of victory over their opponent. The final score reflected a strong performance from the Wake Forest squad as they began their campaign.
A key contributor to Wake Forest’s success in the season opener was player Gavin Placide. Placide was a standout performer, tallying 20 points during the game. His offensive output was instrumental in helping Wake Forest build and maintain their lead throughout the matchup.
The team’s performance in this opening game provides an initial indication of their capabilities as the season progresses. Further details regarding the game’s progression, other notable player performances, or specific coaching strategies were not provided in the summary of the event.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN DELL Staff Reporter on greensboro.com, see more information here.
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