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Wake Forest headed to NIT
- Wake Forest earned a 1-seed in the NIT and will host Navy in the first round at Joel Coliseum.
- Coach Forbes and the Deacons voiced a clear desire to continue playing in postseason action.
- This marks Wake Forest’s third NIT bid in five seasons, following 2022 and 2024 postseason runs.
- Wake Forest finished the regular season strong before entering the NIT bid.
- The Deacons’ postseason push contrasts with last season’s automatic bid decisions.
- The first-round matchup against Navy will be at Wake Forest’s home venue, Joel Coliseum.
- California is the only other ACC team in the NIT, as a 2-seed in a region with New Mexico.
- Wake Forest’s leadership emphasized continued competition and momentum heading into the postseason.
- The NIT bid reflects Wake Forest’s consistent postseason presence in recent years.
- Wake Forest will face Illinois State or Kent State if they advance in the NIT bracket.
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