Men’s Basketball Faces No. 11 Illinois in Wednesday Showdown

The Maryland men’s basketball team is set to challenge No. 11 Illinois on January 21, 2026. The game will tip off at 7 PM ET (6 PM CT) at the State Farm Center and will be broadcasted on BTN.

Recent Performance of Maryland

Maryland (8-10, 1-6 B1G) is coming off an impressive 96-73 victory against Penn State. In that game, guard Diggy Coit highlighted the Terps’ performance by scoring 43 points, a new XFINITY Center record. This achievement put him just one point shy of the program’s overall single-game scoring record set by Ernie Graham in 1978.

• Coit’s nine three-pointers tied Maryland’s single-game record.
• The team also set a new record with 18 three-pointers made in the game.
• Coit became the first Terp in 20 years to achieve back-to-back 30-point games.

Diggy Coit’s Outstanding Season

Coit currently leads NCAA Division I with 10 total 30-point games. He was named the Big Ten Player of the Week after averaging 36.5 points and successfully hitting 13-of-26 from three-point range in recent games. Maryland has four games in January, with three taking place on the road, including this matchup against Illinois.

Series History Against Illinois

Historically, Maryland has a strong record against Illinois, with 17 wins and 8 losses. Last season, Maryland defeated Illinois twice, including a significant 91-70 victory in Champaign. The Terps have won five of the last six contests against them and maintain a 7-2 record at the State Farm Center.

Contributions from Solomon Washington

Senior Solomon Washington has returned to the lineup after missing the early part of the season due to injury. He has made a notable impact, currently averaging 9.5 points and 9.4 rebounds over ten games. Washington recorded his first double-double as a Terp with a career-high 13 rebounds against Old Dominion and is aiming for a season average close to double-digit rebounds.

Head Coach Buzz Williams’ Achievements

Buzz Williams, who joined Maryland as head coach on April 2, 2025, is looking to solidify his legacy in college basketball. He aims to become one of three coaches in NCAA Division I history to win 100 games at four different institutions. Williams has already reached multiple milestones, indicating his capability to build strong programs.

Game Promotions and Fan Engagement

Maryland basketball is offering several promotions for the upcoming games to enhance fan experience. Current promotions include a Family Four Pack for the Ohio State and Iowa games, as well as special packages for Sunday games. Notable remaining promotions include themed games such as the Pink Out against Purdue and a Black Out against Ohio State.

For more details about promotions and ticket offers, fans can check out Filmogaz.com.