Wake Forest's women's basketball team faced No. 9 Louisville, suffering an 86-67 defeat. Sophomore Grace Oliver shone with 20 points and 9 rebounds while freshman Milan Brown and Aurora Sørbye each contributed 12 points. Despite the loss, the Deacs showed resilience, particularly in the second half, where they demonstrated strong offensive play. Wake Forest continues to struggle in the ACC, now holding a record of 3-11 in conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Grace Oliver: 20 points, 8-of-11 shooting
  • Wake Forest's points in the paint: 36 versus Louisville's 30
  • Demon Deacons' total assists this season: 436 on 654 field goals (66.7% efficiency)
Yes, But

While Wake Forest showcased improvement in the second half, their inability to compete effectively in the first half ultimately led to their defeat. Coach Megan Gebbia acknowledged the need for better defense to prevent three-pointers, which was a consistent issue throughout the game.

State of Play
  • Wake Forest is currently ranked 13th in the ACC.
  • Oliver has emerged as a key player, leading in both points and rebounding for the team.
What's Next

Following their bye week, the Deacs will look to regroup before hosting Notre Dame on Feb. 19, an important matchup for bolstering their ACC performance.

Bottom Line

Despite the setback, the Deacs demonstrated potential with strong individual performances. They must harness this momentum to improve their overall standings in the ACC ahead of critical upcoming games.