Wake Forest Edges Michigan with Late Rally in Deacon-Wolverine Challenge

Wake Forest overcame a 13-point deficit to secure a 72-70 victory over Michigan in a tightly contested game in Greensboro.

Hunter Sallis and Tre'Von Spillers led Wake Forest with 18 and 16 points, respectively, sparking a second-half comeback.
Michigan's offense struggled in the second half, shooting just 10-for-29 from the field after a strong start.
Key turnovers in the final minutes proved costly for Michigan, allowing Wake Forest to maintain their lead.
The Wolverines' balanced scoring effort saw seven players contribute between eight and 11 points.
This game marked the first meeting between the teams in 24 years, with a follow-up clash scheduled for next season in Detroit.