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Maryland Terrapins' Efforts Fall Short Against Purdue Boilermakers in a High-Scoring Showdown

The Maryland Terrapins faced off against the Purdue Boilermakers at the XFINITY Center, resulting in a 93-63 outcome. The Terps now stand at 0-1, while the Boilers improve to 1-0.


Feb 1, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Purdue Boilermakers center Daniel Jacobsen (12) rebound over Maryland Terrapins forward Solomon Washington (9) during the first half at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

First Half


The opening half saw the Boilermakers establish dominance early on, scoring 49 points compared to Maryland's 28. The Terps struggled with their shooting accuracy, achieving a field goal percentage of just 39 percent. Despite this, Andre Mills made notable contributions with his consistent performance on both ends of the court.


Second Half


In the second half, Maryland attempted to rally back but was met with strong resistance from Purdue's defense. The Terps managed to add another 35 points to their tally but couldn't close the gap significantly as Purdue continued their offensive prowess by adding another 44 points. Solomon Washington showed resilience by contributing effectively in rebounds and scoring.


Feb 1, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) dribble by Maryland Terrapins forward Solomon Washington (9) during the first half at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Key Performances


Andre Mills stood out for Maryland with his efficient shooting and playmaking abilities. On Purdue's side, their three-point shooting was exceptional at a rate of 50 percent which played a crucial role in maintaining their lead throughout.


As fans look forward to more action from the Turtles, they can catch them next when they host Ohio State Buckeyes at XFINITY Center on February 5th at 8:30 PM EDT. Tune into Fox Sports 1 for live coverage of this exciting matchup.


Feb 1, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) makes a move to the basket during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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