Rutgers Defeats Maryland 68-57 at Home
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Jersey Mike’s Arena
Rutgers Scarlet Knights 68, Maryland Terrapins 57, 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Rutgers Scarlet Knights beat Maryland Terrapins 68-57 at Jersey Mike’s Arena on February 15, 2026.
Who was favored in Maryland Terrapins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Rutgers Scarlet Knights were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a crucial NCAAB matchup, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights secured a 68-57 victory over the Maryland Terrapins at Jersey Mike’s Arena. This win marked a significant turnaround for Rutgers, who had been struggling with a seven-game losing streak prior to this game. Both teams entered the contest with identical records of 10-15, but Rutgers managed to capitalize on their home advantage to snap their losing streak.
In their last ten games, Rutgers had a record of 2-8, with an average of 71.6 points scored and 83.1 points allowed per game. Their recent form had been particularly concerning, as they had lost their last seven games leading up to this matchup, averaging just 69.4 points while allowing 85.2 in their last five outings. Conversely, Maryland had a slightly better recent record of 3-7, and they entered the game on a two-game winning streak, averaging 67.5 points scored and 79.9 points allowed.
At home, Rutgers had previously recorded a 2-3 record, while Maryland struggled with a 1-4 record on the road. The teams had met once prior in the current season, where Rutgers lost to Maryland 81-90 on February 9, 2025. This context added an extra layer of significance to the game, as Rutgers sought to avenge their earlier defeat.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the recent struggles of both teams suggested that they were likely dealing with challenges typical of a mid-season grind.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Rutgers as the favorites, with a spread of -2.5, a total set at 144.5, and moneyline odds of -142 for Rutgers and +120 for Maryland. This reflected the expectation that Rutgers could leverage their home court to overcome their recent difficulties.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but typically, home games provide an advantage due to familiar surroundings and fan support, which Rutgers was counting on to boost their performance.
As the game unfolded, Rutgers took control in the second half, with key scoring plays coming from Tariq Francis, who made several free throws to help extend their lead. The final score of 68-57 highlighted Rutgers' ability to clamp down defensively, holding Maryland to just 57 points, a significant improvement from their recent defensive struggles.
Overall, this game was a vital moment for Rutgers, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Maryland faced continued challenges on the road.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RUTG -2.5 | 144.5 o -108 / u -112 | Maryland Terrapins +120 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights -142 |
Leaders
- PointsTariq Francis21Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- AssistsTariq Francis4Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- ReboundsEmmanuel Ogbole9Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- PointsDarius Adams13Maryland Terrapins
- AssistsDavid Coit5Maryland Terrapins
- ReboundsSolomon Washington14Maryland Terrapins
Recent form
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Last 10: 2-8Streak L771.6 scored · 83.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L68-80vs Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 7
- L66-98at UCLA BruinsFeb 4
- L75-78at USC TrojansFeb 1
- L79-88vs Michigan State SpartansJan 27
- L59-82vs Indiana HoosiersJan 23
- L62-68at Iowa HawkeyesJan 21
- L87-96at Wisconsin BadgersJan 17
- W77-75vs Northwestern WildcatsJan 11
- L55-81at Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 9
- W88-85vs Oregon DucksJan 6
Maryland Terrapins
Last 10: 3-7Streak W267.5 scored · 79.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- W77-70vs Iowa HawkeyesFeb 11
- W67-62at Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 8
- L62-82vs Ohio State BuckeyesFeb 6
- L63-93vs Purdue BoilermakersFeb 1
- L48-91at Michigan State SpartansJan 24
- 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
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 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-66 | 22-53 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 7-30 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 28 |
| Free throws | 6-13 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 46 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Assists | 10 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 20 |
| Fouls | 20 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 11 | 80 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half27-29Emmanuel Ogbole makes 2-foot dunk (Kaden Powers assists)
- 2nd Half27-32Harun Zrno makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tariq Francis assists)
- 2nd Half27-34Kaden Powers makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half29-34Elijah Saunders makes layup (David Coit assists)
- 2nd Half29-36Harun Zrno makes driving layup (Tariq Francis assists)
- 2nd Half31-36Andre Mills makes layup
- 2nd Half34-36David Coit makes 26-foot three point jumper (Collin Metcalf assists)
- 2nd Half34-39Harun Zrno makes 25-foot three point jumper (Emmanuel Ogbole assists)
- 2nd Half34-42Harun Zrno makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tariq Francis assists)
- 2nd Half34-44Tariq Francis makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half34-46Kaden Powers makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-46David Coit makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half37-47Darren Buchanan Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-48Darren Buchanan Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-48Andre Mills makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-48Andre Mills makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-50Darren Buchanan Jr. makes driving layup (Jamichael Davis assists)
- 2nd Half39-52Kaden Powers makes 16-foot jumper (Darren Buchanan Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half40-52Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-52Darius Adams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Elijah Saunders assists)
- 2nd Half45-52Darius Adams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-53Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-53Andre Mills makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (David Coit assists)
- 2nd Half48-55Dylan Grant makes layup
- 2nd Half50-55David Coit makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half50-56Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-57Darius Adams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-60Tariq Francis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamichael Davis assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-60Solomon Washington makes 4-foot dunk (Darius Adams assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Jamichael Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Jamichael Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-64Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-65Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-67Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-68Isaiah Watts makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Coit assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Rutgers Scarlet Knights, below favours Maryland Terrapins.
Venue
- Jersey Mike’s ArenaPiscataway, NJ
- Attendance8000
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Mike Littlewood, Mike Reed
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