WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Interstat) — Nate Calmese scored 25 points and dished seven assists to lead Wake Forest to an 81-78 victory over Virginia Tech in an Atlantic Coast Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Joel Coliseum.

The Demon Deacons (10-5, 1-1 ACC) held off a late push from the Hokies (12-3, 1-1) before a crowd of 8,460. Wake Forest led 36-32 at halftime and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half despite 25 points from Virginia Tech’s Jailen Bedford. Amani Hansberry added 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Hokies.

Wake Forest capitalized on Virginia Tech’s 18 turnovers, converting them into key scoring opportunities. The Demon Deacons shot 44.8% from the field and made 14 of 16 free throws to secure the win.