Maryland’s basketball team, currently holding a record of 4-1, is set to begin the Players Era Championship Tournament on Monday night. They will face UNLV, who has a record of 3-2, in what marks the Terps’ debut in this tournament. The game will commence at 12 AM ET at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and will be broadcast on TNT.
Game Details
The Maryland versus UNLV game translates to a 9 PM PT start, which is midnight for those on the East Coast. Fans can tune in to the Maryland Sports Radio Network for live commentary by Josh Maurer and Chris Knoche.
Upcoming Match Against Gonzaga
Maryland will also play against No. 13 Gonzaga the following day, Tuesday at 6:30 PM PT (9:30 PM ET). This tournament structure will create a unique scheduling situation, albeit not as a traditional doubleheader.
Player Highlights
Graduate guard Diggy Coit stole the spotlight in Maryland’s recent victory over Mount St. Mary’s, scoring a remarkable 41 points. This achievement set a new single-game scoring record at the XFINITY Center, surpassing the previous high of 39 points held by Diamond Stone and Jamison Battle.
- Coit’s total included 11-of-17 shooting from the field.
- He made 8-of-10 three-point attempts.
- Coit was flawless at the free-throw line, going 11-of-11.
Coit’s impressive performance places him among a select group of players who have shot 64 percent or better from the floor while making at least eight three-pointers and eleven free throws in a game.
Career Milestones
Diggy Coit currently has amassed 1,316 career points, ranking 37th among active NCAA players. His scoring prowess also puts him fifth on the list of players under 6 feet tall.
In addition to Coit, several teammates are on the path to achieving personal milestones this season. David Coit, Saunders, and Washington are all nearing their 100th career game, while Pharrel Payne is close to reaching the 1,000-point threshold entering Monday’s game with 992 career points.
New Leadership
Buzz Williams, who took over as head coach in April 2025, looks to establish Maryland as a competitive basketball program. Williams has previously guided Texas A&M to three consecutive NCAA Tournaments and aims to be one of three NCAA Division I coaches to earn 100 career wins at four different institutions.
Historical Context
Maryland’s history against UNLV includes five matches, with the Terps trailing 1-4. The rivalry dates back to the 1977-78 season and features memorable contests under the iconic leadership of coaches Jerry Tarkanian and Lefty Driesell.
Future Promotions
Maryland basketball is ramping up engagement with fans through various promotions scheduled for the season. Notable events include a Red Out against Michigan on December 13, a Pink Out against Purdue on February 1, a Black Out against Ohio State on February 5, and a Checker Flag Game against Illinois on March 8.
For further details on promotions and ticket offerings, fans are encouraged to check El-Balad.
