Washington Huskies vs Maryland Terrapins

This NCAAB matchup features Washington Huskies (13-13 (9-5)) traveling to take on Maryland Terrapins (10-16 (6-6)) at XFINITY Center, College Park, MD. The Washington hold a clear statistical edge this season, outperforming the Maryland by 11.1 points per game in scoring margin. That differential will be a key factor in this matchup. Maryland averages 71.5 points per game, but they face a Washington defense that holds opponents to 72.4 PPG. The visitors' defensive prowess could limit the home team's scoring output. Meanwhile, Washington scores 76.8 PPG but faces a Maryland defense that limits opponents to 78.2 PPG. The home team's defensive effort could be the difference-maker. Home court advantage is worth approximately 3.5 points in NCAAB, and Maryland will look to leverage their home crowd. Our model sees this as essentially a coin-flip game, projecting just a 2.7-point margin. Expect a tight finish. The 68% confidence interval ranges from Maryland winning by 11 to losing by 16. Our model aligns closely with the market on this one, suggesting the oddsmakers have priced this game efficiently. Look for small edges in the total and moneyline markets to capitalize on any remaining value.

Maryland has struggled this season at 10-16 (6-6). The wins have been hard to come by, and the team is looking for answers on both ends of the floor. Home court advantage will be critical for any chance at pulling off an upset. Washington sits at 13-13 (9-5) on the season. They've been competitive in most outings but have had their share of inconsistent performances. On the road, they'll need to bring their best effort to come away with a win. When these teams meet, the home team typically has the edge given the crowd advantage and familiarity factor. The team that controls tempo and limits turnovers will likely dictate the outcome of this matchup.