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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Maryland Terrapins Set for November Showdown with Georgetown as Part of Multi-Year Non-Conference Plan
The Terrapins will host the Hoyas on November 7 in a game that marks the second year of a four-season scheduling agreement, featuring a blend of new talent and seasoned leadership.
Jun 26, 2026
Maryland Terrapins’ Undervalued Roster Poised for Breakout in Big Ten
Despite being overlooked in preseason analyses, Maryland’s basketball team returns with five ranked players, including a fifth‑year center and a highly touted freshman, setting the stage for a potentially transformative season.
Jun 25, 2026
Payne’s Return Bolsters Maryland’s Hopes for a Turnaround
Pharrel Payne, Maryland's former leading scorer, has been granted a medical hardship waiver and will return for the upcoming season, adding experience to a roster reshaped by transfers and freshmen.
Jun 23, 2026
Pharrel Payne Returns as Maryland Basketball Looks to Rebound
Pharrel Payne will suit up for Maryland again in 2026‑27, bringing 17.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, while the program welcomes new football recruits and a baseball prospect’s draft combine invitation.
Jun 23, 2026
Pharrel Payne Commits to Maryland for 2026‑27 Season, Bolstering Terps’ Outlook
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.
Jun 23, 2026
Pharrel Payne Returns to Maryland Basketball for a Fifth Season
After a medical redshirt and a season lost to injury, Pharrel Payne is set to rejoin the Maryland Terrapins, bringing hope of an NCAA Tournament berth and a revitalized roster under Coach Buzz Williams.
Jun 22, 2026
Big Ten Basketball Roster Shifts Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
With rosters still in flux, the Big Ten braces for a 2026‑27 campaign marked by NBA draft entries, transfer portal moves and a handful of players still eligible for college play.
Jun 18, 2026
Maryland Terrapins Lock Down Final Roster Spot with Towering Center from Togo
The Terps have completed their roster construction for the upcoming season by securing a seven‑foot center from Frank Phillips College, a move that underscores their strategy of bolstering size and shot‑blocking.
Jun 17, 2026
Former Aggie Star Wade Taylor IV Launches Youth Basketball Camp in Bryan
Wade Taylor IV, Texas A&M’s all‑time leading scorer, returned to Bryan to host a basketball camp for over 100 kids, sharing drills, fundamentals and his NBA G League experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Minnesota Gophers Embrace Fresh Start in Summer Practice
The Gophers are using an injury‑free roster and strategic rotations to prepare for a competitive season ahead.
Jun 8, 2026
Jaden Henley’s Unexpected Surge Puts Him in NBA Draft Conversation
Jaden Henley’s path from a barely‑top‑200 prospect to a 72nd‑ranked NBA draft candidate showcases how rapid development can reshape a player’s future.
May 29, 2026
Where Are They Now? Tracking the Post‑College Journeys of Minnesota Gophers Alumni
From Atlantic Sun newcomers to NBA‑draft hopefuls, former Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball players are carving out new chapters across the country.
May 27, 2026
Top College Basketball Programs Eye Bounce‑Back in 2026‑27
Ten programs aim to rebound in 2026‑27 by leveraging the transfer portal, key transfers and coaching changes are highlighted.
May 26, 2026
Maryland Terrapins Prepare for Vegas Clash with Tennessee Volunteers
Maryland will meet Tennessee in the Players Era Festival, featuring new transfers, key players and a broadcast on ESPN.
May 23, 2026
Maryland’s 2026 Basketball Class Rises in National Rankings
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.
May 14, 2026
Maryland Terrapins Unveil 2026‑27 Schedule, Eyes Home‑Court Resurgence
The Big Ten released the Terrapins' 2026‑27 men's basketball slate, highlighting a home schedule that features a 25‑year celebration of the 2002 championship, a host of top‑ranked opponents and a roster reshaped by transfers and a top‑10 recruiting class.
May 13, 2026