- Matchup: Maryland Terrapins vs Virginia Cavaliers
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Venue: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN
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The Maryland Terrapins (6-5) will be visiting John Paul Jones Arena this Saturday as they take on the Virginia Cavaliers (9-1).
The last outing for the Maryland Terrapins resulted in a 101-83 defeat against Michigan. In the game, Maryland recorded 17 fouls compared to Michigan’s 16. The Terrapins successfully made 12 out of 19 three-point attempts. Michigan shot 86.4% from the free-throw line, making 19 of 22. The Wolverines managed to secure 25 rebounds (5 offensive, 20 defensive), but did not register a block. Michigan accounted for a total of 28 assists and nabbed 6 steals. On defense, Maryland allowed their opponent to shoot an impressive 60.3% from the floor, making 35 of 58 shots. The Terrapins recorded 9 assists, forced 9 turnovers, and achieved 3 steals. In terms of rebounding, they gathered 27, with 9 coming from the offensive end. From the charity stripe, Maryland converted 9 of 13 attempts, leading to a free throw percentage of 69.2%. Maryland’s overall shooting percentage for the game was 49.2%, making 30 of 61 attempts, including 14 successful three-pointers out of 27 tries.
David Coit was a standout player in that game, showcasing an impressive 50% shooting from the field and dishing out 3 assists. Over 38 minutes of play, he secured 6 rebounds and scored 31 points on 10 of 20 shooting.
For this matchup, Maryland enters with a win-loss record of 6-5 for the season. They average 13.7 turnovers per game and are committing 17.4 fouls per contest. As a collective unit, Maryland is grabbing 36.5 rebounds per game and has achieved 122 assists this season, ranking 340th in D-1 basketball for assists. The Terrapins connect on 33.2% of their three-point attempts (90 of 271) and have a free-throw shooting percentage of 75.2%. They score an average of 77.6 points per game (ranked 183rd in Division 1) with a shooting efficiency of 41.4% from the field.
On the defensive side, the Terrapins force 14.2 turnovers per game and commit 21.7 fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 38.8% from beyond the arc and rank 324th in Division 1 for points allowed per game (80.5). Maryland’s defense permits a field goal percentage of 46.9% (312 out of 665) and gives up 35.7 rebounds per game. They rank 351st in college basketball for assists surrendered, allowing 199 this season.
In their most recent game, the Virginia Cavaliers claimed victory with a 84-60 scoreline against Maryland Eastern Shore. On the rebounding front, Virginia allowed 26 rebounds total (5 offensive). They shot 25.0% from three-point territory, making 3 out of 12 attempts, and capped off their free throws with a stellar 87.5% success rate by converting 7 out of 8 attempts. The Cavaliers permitted Maryland Eastern Shore a shooting percentage of 46.3%, as they converted 25 of 54 shots. Virginia finished with a shooting percentage of 48.4%, making 30 out of 62 attempts. From long range, they successfully made 13 of 31 attempts (41.9%) and shot 73.3% from the free-throw line. Maryland Eastern Shore committed 12 fouls, resulting in the Cavaliers taking 15 free-throw attempts. Virginia also forced 12 turnovers while recording 11 steals in the contest, plus grabbed 32 boards (23 defensive and 9 offensive).
Sam Lewis had a notable performance for the Cavaliers, scoring 15 points in 28 minutes, along with 2 assists. He achieved a shooting percentage of 62.5%, making 5 of 8 attempts, and also collected 5 rebounds.
The Cavaliers currently boast a record of 9-1 this season. Offensively, Virginia shoots 48.8% from the field, ranking 53rd in Division 1. They have scored a total of 871 points this season (averaging 87.1 points per game) and secure an average of 42.0 rebounds per game. Virginia averages 16.9 assists per contest (67th in college basketball) while turning the ball over 10.3 times a game. The Cavaliers are committing an average of 18.8 personal fouls per game and have a free-throw percentage of 69.2%.
Defensively, Virginia concedes only 30.5% on three-point attempts (58 of 190) and their opponents convert 71.2% of free-throw attempts. They allow an average of 10.9 assists and 31.8 rebounds per game, ranking 41st and 63rd respectively in the nation. The Cavaliers rank 63rd in college basketball in points allowed per game, averaging 67.5. They force 11.1 turnovers per contest and have permitted opponents to shoot 39.8% from the floor (49th in D-1).
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Maryland
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