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Pharrel Payne will return to the Maryland Terrapins for the 2026‑27 season, bringing back a proven scorer and rebounder as the program navigates significant changes.
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.
Maryland will face Tennessee in the first round of the Players Era Tournament in Las Vegas on Nov. 24. The teams have a history of five meetings, with Tennessee holding a 3‑2 edge, including a 56‑53 win in Brooklyn in December 2022. Former Maryland player Ja’Kobi Gillespie and recruit Bishop Boswell add personal connections, while Maryland head coach Buzz Williams prepares his squad for potential matchups against San Diego State or Iowa State. The tournament semifinals are scheduled for Black Friday, with the finals on Nov. 28.