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Three takeaways from Maryland men’s basketball media day

Maryland men’s basketball held its annual media day on Tuesday as the team nears the outset of the 2020-21 season.

Head coach Mark Turgeon and players spoke to media members over Zoom about where the Terps stand and how they’re preparing for the upcoming season under COVID-19 restrictions.

With the opening game of the season just two weeks away, here are the biggest takeaways from the event.

Maryland has a new leadership corps this season

After losing key leaders from a season ago in top scorers Anthony Cowan Jr. and Jalen Smith, this year’s team will be guided by a set of new players stepping into larger roles.