Rutgers Edges Maryland in Close Contest
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · XFINITY Center
Rutgers Scarlet Knights 69, Maryland Terrapins 65, 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins?
Rutgers Scarlet Knights beat Maryland Terrapins 69-65 at XFINITY Center on March 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins?
Maryland Terrapins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated the Maryland Terrapins with a final score of 69-65 at the XFINITY Center. This victory marks a significant moment for Rutgers, as they improve their season record to 13-17, while Maryland falls to 11-19. The game showcased a competitive spirit, with both teams striving to secure a win in the closing stages.
Both teams have struggled in recent outings, but Rutgers has shown a slight edge in their last ten games, holding a record of 2-8. Their average points scored during this stretch stands at 69.5, while they have allowed 78.2 points per game. In contrast, Maryland's recent form is also concerning, as they have a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 64.3 points scored and allowing 76.7 points.
At home, Maryland has managed a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while their away record is less favorable at 1-5. Rutgers, on the other hand, has struggled on the road with a 1-4 record in their last five away games. This fixture was particularly interesting as it was a rematch from earlier in the season, where Rutgers had previously defeated Maryland 68-57 on February 15, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant players missing from either side, which allowed both teams to field their full rosters. This was crucial in maintaining the competitive nature of the game.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Maryland as the favorite with a spread of -4.5, while the total for the game was set at 143.5. The odds reflected the expectations of a close game, and the outcome certainly lived up to that billing.
Conditions during the game were standard for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather impacts affecting play. The atmosphere at the XFINITY Center was charged, as home fans rallied behind their team, but Rutgers managed to silence the crowd with their performance.
As the game progressed, key moments included several scoring plays that highlighted the competitive nature of the contest. Tariq Francis was pivotal for Rutgers, making crucial free throws that extended their lead in the second half. His contributions, along with a timely three-pointer from Andre Mills, helped Rutgers maintain their advantage as the clock wound down.
Overall, this matchup was significant not only for the standings but also for the rivalry between the two teams. With this victory, Rutgers has now taken the season series against Maryland, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MD -4.5 | 143.5 o -108 / u -112 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights +185 · Maryland Terrapins -225 |
Leaders
- PointsAndre Mills15Maryland Terrapins
- AssistsElijah Saunders4Maryland Terrapins
- ReboundsElijah Saunders14Maryland Terrapins
- PointsTariq Francis19Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- AssistsTariq Francis4Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- ReboundsDarren Buchanan Jr.7Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Recent form
Maryland Terrapins
Last 10: 3-7Streak L164.3 scored · 76.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L61-74at Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 26
- W64-60vs Washington HuskiesFeb 21
- L74-78at Northwestern WildcatsFeb 19
- L57-68at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsFeb 15
- 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
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Last 10: 2-8Streak L269.5 scored · 78.2 allowed per game1-4 away
- L72-79vs Washington HuskiesFeb 24
- L61-80at Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 21
- W85-72at Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 18
- W68-57vs Maryland TerrapinsFeb 15
- 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
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 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights | Maryland Terrapins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-58 | 24-60 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 4-17 | 6-28 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 21 |
| Free throws | 19-23 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 34 |
| Assists | 10 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 89 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-28Emmanuel Ogbole makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-31Elijah Saunders makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-32Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-33Solomon Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-34Isaiah Watts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-37Andre Mills makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elijah Saunders assists)
- 2nd Half45-39Guillermo Del Pino makes layup
- 2nd Half45-40Isaiah Watts makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half45-41Isaiah Watts makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half47-41Lino Mark makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-43Andre Mills makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half47-45Collin Metcalf makes 1-foot dunk (Elijah Saunders assists)
- 2nd Half47-47Solomon Washington makes layup
- 2nd Half47-48Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-48Darren Buchanan Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half51-48Tariq Francis makes layup
- 2nd Half51-50David Coit makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-50Darren Buchanan Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-52Guillermo Del Pino makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half54-52Dylan Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-53Elijah Saunders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Elijah Saunders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-54Darren Buchanan Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half58-54Dylan Grant makes layup (Tariq Francis assists)
- 2nd Half60-54Dylan Grant makes 3-foot dunk (Tariq Francis assists)
- 2nd Half60-55Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-56Solomon Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-58David Coit makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half61-58Jamichael Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Jamichael Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Andre Mills makes layup
- 2nd Half63-60Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-60Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62David Coit makes layup
- 2nd Half65-62Darren Buchanan Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62Darren Buchanan Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-62Tariq Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-62Tariq Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-65Andre Mills makes 23-foot three point jumper (David Coit assists)
- 2nd Half69-65Jamichael Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Maryland Terrapins, below favours Rutgers Scarlet Knights.
Venue
- XFINITY CenterCollege Park, MD
- Attendance12237
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, James Breeding, Doug Sirmons
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