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Recap - Wake Forest Defeats Pittsburgh 69-65

Wake Forest got 14 points from Ismael Massoud as they ran past Pittsburgh 69-65 on Saturday at Petersen Events Center.

Wake Forest was an underdog by +6.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.

Wake Forest got 12 points from Torry Johnson and another 10 points from Chaundee Brown. Brandon Childress contributed 6 assists, while Olivier Sarr cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Pittsburgh got a 18-point performance from Ryan Murphy, who was supported by 12 points from Trey McGowens. Xavier Johnson had 6 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while Eric Hamilton grabbed 8 rebounds.

Wake Forest was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Wake Forest had a 32-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Wake Forest looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Florida State. Pittsburgh will aim to get back on the winning track at North Carolina.