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Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball is the heartbeat of Winston-Salem, and this daily podcast is your courtside pass to every dribble, dunk, and defensive stop. From the electric atmosphere of the LJVM Coliseum to the road battles in the ACC, we bring you closer to the black and gold than ever before. Did you know the Demon Deacons have produced NBA legends like Tim Duncan and Chris Paul? That legacy lives on in every episode. wake forest basketball podcast, demon deacons basketball, wake forest basketball news, wake forest game recap, wake forest basketball schedule, wake forest recruiting, wake forest roster, wake forest injury report, wake forest acc basketball, wake forest basketball analysis, wake forest basketball highlights, wake forest basketball rumors, wake forest basketball fan podcast, wake forest basketball mailbag, wake forest basketball preview #WakeForestBasketball #DemonDeacons #WakeForestHoops #Deacs #ACCBall #WakeForest #GoDeacs #DemonDeaconNation #WakeForestCBB #DeaconBasketball #WinstonSalemBasketball #WakeForestMBB Every episode, the blog, and more Demon Deacons coverage: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports

  1. 15h ago

    Kennedy and Carr Lead Wake Forest Past Charleston Southern 82-64 | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons defeat Charleston Southern 82-64 to take first place in the ACC with a 2-1 record. Kevair Kennedy and Isaac Carr each scored 15 points in the dominant victory. The analysis covers Kennedy's efficient playmaking, Isaac Carr's spacing, and Gavin Placide's eight-rebound performance that fixed previous rebounding issues. Defensive switching and bench discipline were also highlighted. Topics include the box score breakdown, defensive rotations against Jefferson McLamb, and the upcoming challenge against Southern Utah Thunderbirds on November 14th. In this episode: Offensive Explosion & Playmaking · Defense, Rebounding & Bench · Preview: Southern Utah. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-11/transcript.html wake forest basketball, charleston southern basketball, kevaire kennedy stats, isaac carr highlights, gavin placide rebounds, acc basketball standings, wake forest vs csu, college basketball recap, ncaa basketball news, wake forest demon deacons, southern utah thunderbirds, joe coliseum basketball #GoDeacs #WakeForestBBall #ACC Basketball #NCAAB #College Hoops #KennedyAndCarr #DemonDeacons #BasketballRecap #MarchMadnessPrep #ACCStandings

    Kennedy and Carr Lead Wake Forest Past Charleston Southern 82-64 | Beatline Demon Deacons
  2. 1d ago

    Wake Forest Preview: Bouncing Back vs. Charleston Southern | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons (1-1) host Charleston Southern Buccaneers (1-1) in a crucial nonconference matchup following a tough 74-51 loss to Vanderbilt. After Tyler Tanner's dominant 17-point, 10-rebound performance for the Commodores, Wake Forest looks to bounce back. Kevair Kennedy leads the offense with 20 points in the last game, while freshman Gavin Placide provides critical rebounding and scoring. This preview analyzes defensive rotations, rebounding strategies, and keys to victory. Key players discussed include Kevair Kennedy, Gavin Placide, Jamari McDowell, and Tyler Tanner. Topics covered include Wake Forest's defensive breakdowns against Vanderbilt, the importance of ball security, rebounding margins, and predictions for the upcoming game against Charleston Southern. The hosts analyze spacing issues and transition defense. Wake Forest aims to restore confidence and maintain their standing in the early ACC conversation. The Demon Deacons must address complacency and improve perimeter defense to secure a win against the Buccaneers. In this episode: Matchup Analysis & Vanderbilt Hangover · Key Players & Injury Report · Keys to Victory & Predictions. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-10/transcript.html wake forest basketball preview, charleston southern vs wake forest, kevair kennedy stats, gavin placide rebounding, wake forest demon deacons 2026, acc basketball news, vanderbilt vs wake forest recap, tyler tanner vanderbilt stats, jamari mcdowell assists, college basketball predictions, wake forest basketball tips, charleston southern buccaneers #WakeForest #DemonDeacons #MBB #ACC #CollegeBasketball #KevairKennedy #GavinPlacide #CharlestonSouthern #HoopsPreview #NCAAB

    Wake Forest Preview: Bouncing Back vs. Charleston Southern | Beatline Demon Deacons
  3. 2d ago

    Wake Forest Preview: Can They Bounce Back vs. Charleston Southern? | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons (1-1) face Charleston Southern Buccaneers (1-1) in a crucial ACC matchup following a tough 74-51 loss to Vanderbilt. Kevair Kennedy scored 20 points against Vandy, while Gavin Placide grabbed 8 rebounds in the defeat. After an 83-62 win over Maryland Eastern Shore where Placide scored 20, Wake Forest looks to reset. This preview analyzes the threat of CSU’s top scorer Ruffolo, who recently dropped 31 points. Tony breaks down spacing failures and defensive rotation errors from the Vanderbilt game. Key focus areas include Jamari McDowell’s assist numbers and interior defense against Tyler Tanner’s dominance. Listen for predictions on Kennedy’s scoring output and Placide’s rebounding. Learn how Wake Forest can avoid complacency and secure a vital home victory to maintain their first-place standing in the ACC standings. In this episode: Matchup Analysis and Storylines · Key Players and Rotations · Keys to Victory and Prediction. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-09/transcript.html wake forest basketball preview, charleston southern basketball, kevaire kennedy stats, gavin placide rebounds, jamari mcdowell assists, acc basketball standings, vanderbilt wake forest recap, tyler tanner vandy stats, ruffolo charleston southern, college basketball picks, wake forest demon deacons, ncaa basketball news, ACC conference updates, basketball injury report #WakeForest #DemonDeacons #CCBBall #ACC #CollegeHoops #KevairKennedy #GavinPlacide #JamariMcDowell #CharlestonSouthern #BasketballPreview #NCAAB #WinstonSalem #GoDeacs #BeatlinePodcast

    Wake Forest Preview: Can They Bounce Back vs. Charleston Southern? | Beatline Demon Deacons
  4. 3d ago

    Wake Forest Mailbag: Can They Bounce Back vs Charleston Southern? | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons face a critical test after a 74-51 loss to Vanderbilt, dropping their record to 1-1 despite Kevair Kennedy's 20-point performance. Tony and Brooke break down the spacing failures and defensive rotation errors that allowed Tyler Tanner to dominate with 17 points and 10 rebounds. The hosts analyze whether Gavin Placide can handle the physicality of ACC centers and if Jamari McDowell needs to create more offense to support the team. This episode covers the immediate aftermath of the Vanderbilt defeat, discussing the impact on Wake Forest's standing in the ACC and the urgent need for bench production. Listeners will hear detailed tactical advice on fixing the pick-and-roll coverage and improving transition defense before hosting Charleston Southern. Key figures discussed include Kevair Kennedy, Gavin Placide, Jamari McDowell, Tyler Tanner, and Berke Buyuktuncel. The hosts provide a realistic outlook for the upcoming matchup against Charleston Southern, emphasizing that execution and tempo are key to avoiding further losses. With the team sitting at one-and-one, the pressure is on to correct the systemic issues exposed by Vanderbilt's winning streak. In this episode: Analyzing the Vanderbilt Loss · Roster Battles and Depth Chart · Hypotheticals and Lightning Round. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-08/transcript.html wake forest basketball mailbag, vanderbilt vs wake forest recap, kevair kenny wake forest stats, gavin placide rebounding average, jamari mcdowell assist numbers, tyler tanner vanderbilt highlights, acc basketball standings 2026, wake forest defensive rotations, charleston southern preview 2026, college basketball spacing tips, pick and roll defense analysis, wake forest recruiting news #WakeForest #DemonDeacons #ACCBasketball #CollegeHoops #MailbagMonday #VanderbiltCommodores #KevairKennedy #GavinPlacide #JamariMcDowell #TylerTanner #BasketballAnalysis #NCAAB #SportsPodcast #BeatlineNetwork

    Wake Forest Mailbag: Can They Bounce Back vs Charleston Southern? | Beatline Demon Deacons
  5. 4d ago

    Film Review: Wake Forest's Offensive Struggles vs Vanderbilt | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons dropped a 74-51 decision to Vanderbilt Commodores on November 5, 2026, extending Vandy's nonconference winning streak to 21 games. Kevair Kennedy led Wake with 20 points while Tyler Tanner posted 17 points and 10 rebounds for the visitors. The film reveals critical spacing issues and defensive rotation failures that plagued the Deacs. Hosts Brooke and Tony analyze the tactical breakdowns, focusing on Kevair Kennedy’s scoring, Gavin Placide’s rebounding, and Jamari McDowell’s playmaking struggles against Vanderbilt’s switching scheme. They discuss how poor pick-and-roll execution and weak help defense allowed Tyler Tanner and Berke Buyuktuncel to control the game. The episode previews the upcoming matchup against Charleston Southern Buccaneers on November 11, 2026. Expectations are set for improved defensive rotations and better offensive spacing to secure a win and improve the Deacs' 1-1 record. In this episode: Offensive Stagnation & Spacing Issues · Defensive Rotations & Rebounding Failures · Player Spotlight: Kennedy & Placide. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-07/transcript.html wake forest basketball film review, vanderbilt vs wake forest recap, kevair kennedy stats 2026, tyler tanner vanderbilt highlights, gavin placide rebounding wake forest, jamari mcdowell assists analysis, acc basketball news november, wake forest defensive breakdown, charleston southern wake forest preview, college basketball film study, vanderbilt winning streak, wake forest offense strategy #WakeForest #DemonDeacons #ACCbasketball #FilmReview #KevairKennedy #TylerTanner #GavinPlacide #JamariMcDowell #VanderbiltCommodores #CollegeHoops #BasketballAnalysis #CharlestonSouthern #NCAAB #BeatlinePodcast

    Film Review: Wake Forest's Offensive Struggles vs Vanderbilt | Beatline Demon Deacons
  6. 5d ago

    Wake Forest's Defensive Collapse: Reaction to Vanderbilt Loss | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons drop a 74-51 decision to Vanderbilt Commodores in a nonconference clash that exposed critical defensive and offensive flaws. Tyler Tanner led Vanderbilt with 17 points and 10 rebounds, extending his team's winning streak to 21 games. Wake Forest's Kevair Kennedy scored 20 points and Gavin Placide grabbed 8 rebounds, but the team struggled with spacing, shot selection, and rebounding against Vanderbilt's physical half-court style. This reaction breaks down the box score stats, discusses the impact of Berke Buyuktuncel's assists, and previews the upcoming game against Charleston Southern Buccaneers on November 11th. In this episode: Offensive Stagnation & Shot Selection · Defensive Rebounding & Bench Production · Road Ahead & Charleston Southern Preview. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-06/transcript.html wake forest vanderbilt reaction, kevair kennedy stats wake forest, gavin placide rebounding performance, vanderbilt tyler tanner highlights, acc basketball standings wake forest, charleston southern preview wake forest, college basketball defensive breakdown, jamari mcdowell assists analysis, wake forest basketball losses, ncaa basketball nonconference results, berke buyuktuncel vanderbilt stats, wake forest demon deacons news #WakeForest #DeacsBasketball #ACC #NCAAB #CollegeHoops #TylerTanner #KevairKennedy #GavinPlacide #VanderbiltCommodores #BasketballAnalysis #GameReaction #DeanDome

    Wake Forest's Defensive Collapse: Reaction to Vanderbilt Loss | Beatline Demon Deacons
  7. 6d ago

    Preview: Wake Forest at No. 24 Vanderbilt | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons (1-0) face No. 24 Vanderbilt Commodores (1-0) in a critical ACC matchup. Freshman Gavin Placide leads scoring with 20 points in the opener, while Kevair Kennedy adds 9 rebounds and 8 assists. This preview analyzes the tactical battle between Wake's youth and Vanderbilt's physical half-court execution. Key players discussed include Gavin Placide, whose shooting efficiency will be tested against taller defenders, and Kevair Kennedy, whose playmaking and rebounding are vital against a bigger frontcourt. Opponent Bobby Gardner's 30-point performance against MESS serves as a benchmark for offensive output, though Vanderbilt presents a different structural challenge. Topics covered include defensive spacing adjustments, transition offense opportunities, and foul management. The hosts debate whether Wake can maintain their first-half momentum or if Vanderbilt's physicality will dominate the glass. A bold prediction suggests a close, gritty win for Vanderbilt by 5-6 points due to superior interior presence. In this episode: Matchup Angles & Storylines · Key Players & Rotations · Keys to the Game & Prediction. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-05/transcript.html wake forest basketball preview, vanderbilt vs wake forest, gavin placide stats, kevair kennedy highlights, acc basketball predictions, college basketball tips, wake forest demon deacons, no 24 vanderbilt, placide scoring average, kennedy triple double threat, acc standings update, college hoops analysis #WakeForest #VandyHoops #ACCBasketball #NCAAB #CollegeHoops #DemonDeacons #Commodores #GavinPlacide #KevairKennedy #BasketballPreview #SportsAnalysis #BeatlinePodcast

    Preview: Wake Forest at No. 24 Vanderbilt | Beatline Demon Deacons
  8. Nov 4

    Can Placide and Kennedy Carry Wake Forest Past No. 24 Vanderbilt? | Beatline Demon Deacons

    ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports Wake Forest Demon Deacons (1-0) face No. 24 Vanderbilt Commodores in a crucial ACC clash following their 83-62 opener win over Maryland Eastern Shore. Freshman Gavin Placide scored 20 points while Kevair Kennedy nearly recorded a triple-double with 9 rebounds and 8 assists. This preview analyzes the matchup, highlighting the importance of rebounding, defensive switching, and Placide's ability to handle Vanderbilt's pressure. We discuss whether Wake Forest can maintain their early-season momentum against a tougher opponent and predict a close, gritty contest in Nashville. In this episode: Matchup Storylines & Pace · Key Players & Rotations · Keys to Victory & Prediction. More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-11-04/transcript.html wake forest vanderbilt preview, gavin placide stats, kevaire kennedy triple double, acc basketball predictions, wake forest demon deacons 2026, vanderbilt commodores basketball, college basketball picks, ncaa basketball news, wake forest basketball roster, placide kenny matchup, acc standings 2026, college hoops analysis #WakeForest #Vanderbilt #CollegeBasketball #ACC #DemonDeacons #Commodores #GavinPlacide #KevairKennedy #Hoops #NCAAB #SportsTalk #BeatlinePodcast

    Can Placide and Kennedy Carry Wake Forest Past No. 24 Vanderbilt? | Beatline Demon Deacons

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball is the heartbeat of Winston-Salem, and this daily podcast is your courtside pass to every dribble, dunk, and defensive stop. From the electric atmosphere of the LJVM Coliseum to the road battles in the ACC, we bring you closer to the black and gold than ever before. Did you know the Demon Deacons have produced NBA legends like Tim Duncan and Chris Paul? That legacy lives on in every episode. wake forest basketball podcast, demon deacons basketball, wake forest basketball news, wake forest game recap, wake forest basketball schedule, wake forest recruiting, wake forest roster, wake forest injury report, wake forest acc basketball, wake forest basketball analysis, wake forest basketball highlights, wake forest basketball rumors, wake forest basketball fan podcast, wake forest basketball mailbag, wake forest basketball preview #WakeForestBasketball #DemonDeacons #WakeForestHoops #Deacs #ACCBall #WakeForest #GoDeacs #DemonDeaconNation #WakeForestCBB #DeaconBasketball #WinstonSalemBasketball #WakeForestMBB Every episode, the blog, and more Demon Deacons coverage: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/ ☕ Enjoying the show? Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports

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