Michigan State Dominates Maryland in Lopsided Victory
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Breslin Center
Michigan State Spartans 91, Maryland Terrapins 48, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Maryland Terrapins vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan State Spartans beat Maryland Terrapins 91-48 at Breslin Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Maryland Terrapins vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan State Spartans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Michigan State Spartans triumphed over the Maryland Terrapins with a final score of 91-48 at the Breslin Center. This game showcased Michigan State's strength, further solidifying their position with a home record of 19-2 and an impressive recent form of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak. The Spartans averaged 80.2 points scored while allowing only 65.8 points during this stretch.
Maryland, on the other hand, struggled significantly, finishing the game with a record of 8-13. They have only managed to win 2 of their last 10 games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss against the Illinois Fighting Illini, where they fell 70-89. The Terrapins have averaged 70.4 points scored and allowed an average of 78.7 points during their last ten games, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that were exploited by Michigan State.
The game was marked by Michigan State's offensive prowess, as they consistently found ways to score, particularly in the second half. Key plays included a series of layups and a notable alley-oop dunk by Coen Carr, assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr., which highlighted the Spartans' athleticism and teamwork. The final scoring plays saw Denham Wojcik contribute with a 12-foot jumper, capping off a dominant performance.
In terms of home versus away performance, Michigan State has been formidable at home with a perfect 6-0 record in their last six home games. In contrast, Maryland has struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-5 in their last five games. This disparity was evident in the matchup, as Michigan State controlled the tempo and dictated the pace of the game.
Historically, the Spartans have had the upper hand in their previous meetings with Maryland, winning the only encounter in the past season with a close score of 58-55. However, this game was anything but close, as Michigan State's dominance was clear from the outset.
Injuries did not appear to impact Michigan State's performance, allowing them to field a strong lineup. Maryland's struggles were compounded by their inability to match the physicality and skill of the Spartans, which was evident throughout the game.
The betting market reflected Michigan State's expected dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -18.5 in favor of the Spartans and a total of 141.5 for the game. The odds indicated a strong belief in Michigan State's ability to cover the spread, which they did with ease.
Conditions in the Breslin Center were favorable for basketball, with a strong home crowd supporting the Spartans. The atmosphere likely contributed to Michigan State's high energy and focus, allowing them to execute their game plan effectively.
Viewers watching the game were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from Michigan State, as well as glimpses of their defensive capabilities, limiting Maryland to just 48 points. The Spartans' ability to create scoring opportunities and their depth were key factors in their victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MSU -18.5 | 141.5 o -115 / u -105 | Maryland Terrapins +1300 · Michigan State Spartans -2800 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremy Fears Jr.17Michigan State Spartans
- AssistsJeremy Fears Jr.17Michigan State Spartans
- ReboundsCarson Cooper8Michigan State Spartans
- PointsElijah Saunders13Maryland Terrapins
- AssistsSolomon Washington4Maryland Terrapins
- ReboundsSolomon Washington6Maryland Terrapins
Recent form
Michigan State Spartans
Last 10: 9-1Streak W580.2 scored · 65.8 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W68-52at Oregon DucksJan 21
- W80-63at Washington HuskiesJan 17
- W81-60vs Indiana HoosiersJan 14
- W76-66vs Northwestern WildcatsJan 8
- W80-51vs USC TrojansJan 6
- L56-58at Nebraska CornhuskersJan 3
- W114-97vs Cornell Big RedDec 30
- W79-70vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 20
- W92-69vs Toledo RocketsDec 16
- W76-72at Penn State Nittany LionsDec 13
Maryland Terrapins
Last 10: 2-8Streak L170.4 scored · 78.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- L70-89at Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 22
- W96-73vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 18
- L71-88at USC TrojansJan 14
- L55-67at UCLA BruinsJan 11
- L66-84vs Indiana HoosiersJan 7
- L54-64vs Oregon DucksJan 3
- W73-58vs Old Dominion MonarchsDec 28
- L72-80at Virginia CavaliersDec 20
- L83-101vs Michigan WolverinesDec 14
- L64-83at Iowa HawkeyesDec 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Maryland Terrapins | Michigan State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-54 | 34-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 61 |
| Three-pointers | 6-26 | 9-19 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 47 |
| Free throws | 6-11 | 14-19 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 25 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 31 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 38 |
| Fouls | 16 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 43 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half20-41Cam Ward makes 2-foot dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 1st Half20-43Carson Cooper makes 3-foot dunk (Jordan Scott assists)
- 1st Half23-43David Coit makes 24-foot three point jumper (Solomon Washington assists)
- 1st Half23-46Divine Ugochukwu makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half25-46Solomon Washington makes layup
- 2nd Half27-46Elijah Saunders makes 9-foot jumper (Darius Adams assists)
- 2nd Half27-48Carson Cooper makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half27-50Jeremy Fears Jr. makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half30-50Isaiah Watts makes 24-foot three point jumper (Solomon Washington assists)
- 2nd Half30-52Carson Cooper makes layup (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half30-53Carson Cooper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half32-53George Turkson Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Solomon Washington assists)
- 2nd Half32-56Coen Carr makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half34-56Isaiah Watts makes 15-foot jumper (David Coit assists)
- 2nd Half34-59Kur Teng makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half34-62Jaxon Kohler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half34-64Jeremy Fears Jr. makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half34-66Cam Ward makes 3-foot dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half34-69Jordan Scott makes 23-foot three point jumper (Divine Ugochukwu assists)
- 2nd Half34-70Divine Ugochukwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-71Divine Ugochukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-71Solomon Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-71Elijah Saunders makes 26-foot three point jumper (Myles Rice assists)
- 2nd Half38-73Jaxon Kohler makes layup
- 2nd Half38-74Cam Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-75Cam Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-75Andre Mills makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-78Jesse McCulloch makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trey Fort assists)
- 2nd Half39-80Cam Ward makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half41-80Andre Mills makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-82Coen Carr makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half42-82Andre Mills makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-82Andre Mills makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-84Jeremy Fears Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half45-84Darius Adams makes layup
- 2nd Half45-86Coen Carr makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-87Coen Carr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-87Elijah Saunders makes 26-foot three point jumper (Guillermo Del Pino assists)
- 2nd Half48-89Kur Teng makes 22-foot jumper (Jordan Scott assists)
- 2nd Half48-91Denham Wojcik makes 12-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan State Spartans, below favours Maryland Terrapins.
Venue
- Breslin CenterEast Lansing, MI
- Attendance14797
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Keith Kimble, Doug Sirmons
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