The Maryland men’s basketball team is set to kick off its 2025-26 season against Coppin State. The game will take place on November 3, 2025, at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, starting at 6:30 PM. This matchup is part of the Naismith Hall of Fame Baltimore Series and will be broadcast on BTN.
Looking Ahead to the Season
This game marks the beginning of the Buzz Williams era at Maryland. Williams, who became head coach on April 2, 2025, is looking to lead the team into a successful season after building Texas A&M into a contender.
Team Composition
This season, Maryland’s roster features a significant overhaul, with 15 of the 16 players being new. The only returning player is junior guard Lukas Sotell. Among the new additions are:
- Pharrel Payne
- Myles Rice
- Elijah Saunders
- Solomon Washington
Payne and Rice are on track to score their 1,000th career points this season, while Coit leads with a total of 1,224 career points.
Significant Trends
Historically, Maryland has been strong in season openers, boasting a record of 76-30. The Terps have won their last 11 season openers. Buzz Williams has a career record of 15-3 in season-opening games.
Series History
Maryland and Coppin State have met only three times previously, with Maryland leading the series at 2-1. Their last encounters resulted in victories for Maryland in the last two seasons. This game marks the first neutral site meeting between the two teams.
Notable Promotions
The upcoming home opener against Georgetown on November 7 will feature the popular Gold Rush theme, with t-shirts and giveaways for fans. Additional promotions include:
- Red Out against Michigan (December 13)
- Pink Out against Purdue (February 1)
- Black Out against Ohio State (February 5)
- Checker Flag Game against Illinois (March 8)
Fans are encouraged to participate in the excitement and take advantage of exclusive ticket deals presented throughout the season.
