Texas A&M Tops Wake Forest 57-44

In a tightly contested SEC/ACC Challenge game, No. 22 Texas A&M (7-2) defeated Wake Forest (7-3) 57-44, showcasing a strong defensive effort that limited Wake Forest to just 18 points in the second half. The Aggies initially struggled with 14 turnovers in the first half but capitalized on Wake Forest's 10 second-half turnovers to secure the win, closing the game on a 12-2 run. Andersson Garcia stood out with a season-high 16 rebounds, while Wade Taylor IV led the team with 15 points. Head coach Buzz Williams praised the team's improved defensive performance, calling it their best of the season. Despite their shooting struggles, the Aggies' relentless defense and rebounding played a crucial role in their victory. The win marked Texas A&M's third consecutive game and highlighted their identity as a defensively focused team, with their next game against Texas Tech set for December 8.