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Payne Scores 30 as Washington Returns in Maryland’s 89–63 Win Over Wagner

Maryland leans on a frontcourt-driven identity under Buzz Williams heading into Big Ten play.

Overview

  • Maryland improved to 6-3 and halted a two-game skid with the 89–63 home victory on Tuesday night.
  • Pharrel Payne posted 30 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks on 8-for-11 shooting with 14-of-20 free throws.
  • Myles Rice added 16 points and five steals as the Terps forced 18 turnovers and held Wagner to 36.8% overall and 26% from three.
  • The Terps controlled the interior with a 48–37 rebounding edge and a 40–22 advantage in points in the paint.
  • Solomon Washington debuted after eight games out with an ankle injury, starting and contributing 10 points and six boards, with forward-heavy lineups used as guard play sputtered early.