Maryland looks to avenge its blowout loss to the Wolverines from earlier in the season.
Maryland men’s basketball takes on the Michigan Wolverines for the second time this season tonight at XFINITY Center. The first matchup did not go how the Terps hoped, as Michigan dominated Maryland — only allowing 13 first-half points — and the game was essentially over at halftime, the final score being 81-46.
Now, Maryland has a chance to get revenge on its home floor, where it is 8-1 this season. Michigan is led by big man Hunter Dickinson, a local product who has been outspoken about his disdain toward the Maryland program. He had 32 points and 12 rebounds the first time around against the Terps. A lot of the game will hinge on Julian Reese’s ability to slow him down without fouling, with reserve big Patrick Emilien presumed out with an injury.
Here’s what to know about tonight’s matchup:
The numbers
Maryland: 11-6, 2-4 Big Ten
Michigan: 10-7, 4-2 Big Ten
All-time series: Michigan leads, 13-7
Odds: Maryland -2.5
How to watch and listen
Thursday, January 19, 7:00 PM ET, XFINITY Center, College Park, Md.
TV: ESPN — Brian Custer (play-by-play), Robbie Hummel (analyst)
Radio: 105.7 FM (Balt.) / 980 AM (D.C.) / Sirius XM Channel 84 — Johnny Holliday (play-by-play), Chris Knoche (analyst), Walt Williams (analyst)
Streaming: ESPN.com/ESPN App
Catch up before the game
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Testudo Times Podcast: Where does Maryland men’s basketball stand?
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