
Maryland Basketball Eyes Revival After Turbulent 2025 Campaign
A disappointing 2025 season has given way to optimism as Maryland adds key transfers, a top recruiting class, and the return of star forward Pharrel Payne.
Jun 26, 2026
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A disappointing 2025 season has given way to optimism as Maryland adds key transfers, a top recruiting class, and the return of star forward Pharrel Payne.

Maryland’s men’s basketball team finished 12‑12 last season, prompting a sweeping roster change and high hopes for a rapid revival under coach Buzz Williams.

After the program’s worst season, Maryland is betting on a deep recruiting class to fix shooting, defense and rebounding.

Maryland’s 2026 recruiting class climbs to No. 10 nationally, driven by five‑star forward Baba Oladotun and other elite prospects, as coach Buzz Williams looks ahead to a competitive Big Ten season.