Maryland Terrapins vs Penn St. Nittany Lions Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Maryland Terrapins are set to face the Penn State Nittany Lions in their final regular-season game in the Big Ten. Maryland previously defeated Penn State in December and is looking to break a two-game losing streak. The Terrapins currently hold a record of 7-12 in the Big Ten. On the other hand, Penn State is also on a two-game losing streak and holds a record of 8-11 in the Big Ten. The game is scheduled for 7:30 PM EST at the Bryce Jordan Center, and Penn State opens as the betting favorite with a -2 point spread that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Terrapins +120 | Nittany Lions -142

Spread: Terrapins +2 (-110) | Nittany Lions -2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Penn St. will win straight-up is 59%.

Maryland Terrapins

In a recent game, Maryland fell to Indiana 83-78 despite a solid offensive performance. The Terrapins shot 48.4% from the field, made nine three-pointers, and turned the ball over just 10 times. Jahmir Young led Maryland with 22 points, five rebounds, and four assists. Donta Scott scored 15 points, and Julian Reese scored 13 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Jahari Long added 12 points. However, Maryland struggled defensively, allowing Indiana to shoot 56.4% from the field and 43.8% from three. Maryland has been a strong defensive team this season, holding opponents to 41.6% shooting from the field and 31.7% from three, but has struggled offensively, scoring just 69.6 PPG on 41.4% shooting and 28.5% shooting from three. With a power ranking of 167, Maryland ranks 292 in offense and 17 in defense. They are 15-15 this season, hitting 41.18% of their field goals, 71.86% of their free throws, and 28.20% of their three-pointers. Defensively, Maryland allows 41.08% of field goals and 76.42% of free throws, while averaging 34.24 defensive rebounds per game.