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SMU vs. Wake Forest prediction: Why SMU is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/20/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get SMU vs Wake Forest predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
Wake Forest will face SMU in men's college basketball action at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Tuesday, beginning at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts SMU as the most likely winner of the SMU vs. Wake Forest game.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
SMU vs. Wake Forest prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between SMU and Wake Forest 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives SMU a 55% chance of defeating Wake Forest. Our predicted final score has SMU winning 78-76.
According to our model, SMU (+1.5) has a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 157.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
SMU vs. Wake Forest odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | SMU | Wake Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-125) | -1.5 (+105) |
| Moneyline | -108 | -104 |
| Total | o157.5 (-105) | u157.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
SMU vs. Wake Forest picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | SMU +1.5 | -125 |
| Moneyline | SMU | -108 |
| Total | Under 157.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is SMU to win.
SMU vs. Wake Forest game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball matchup between Wake Forest and SMU at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: SMU vs. Wake Forest
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Conclusion
We predict SMU, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat Wake Forest on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate SMU vs. Wake Forest insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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