Maryland Overwhelms Grand Canyon 81-49 to Advance in NCAA Tournament
The Terrapins dominated with standout performances from Julian Reese and Derik Queen, setting up a second-round matchup with Colorado State.
- Maryland secured a commanding 81-49 victory over Grand Canyon in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, led by Julian Reese's 18 points and nine rebounds.
- Derik Queen made history as the first Maryland freshman since 2019 to record a double-double in the NCAA Tournament with 12 points and 15 rebounds.
- The Terrapins broke their program record for three-pointers in a season, reaching 273 after a first-half shot by Selton Miguel.
- Maryland's starters, nicknamed the 'Crab Five,' played a critical role, with additional contributions from DeShawn Harris-Smith, who scored 11 points off the bench after a nine-game scoreless streak.
- Maryland will face Colorado State in the second round on Sunday, March 23, 2025, with hopes of reaching the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2016.