Rutgers showed on Monday night that defense travels — and it’s pretty good at home as well.
The Scarlet Knights used a similar formula on Thursday night as it did in its victory over Purdue. Rutgers dominated on the defensive end early to take control during a 64-50 triumph over Maryland at Jersey Mike’s Arena. This marks the Scarlet Knights’ fifth consecutive victory and the first time they defeated the Terps at home since 2019.
Rutgers (11-4, 3-1) held Maryland (10-5, 1-3) to just 17 points in the first half. Despite a slow start themselves, the Scarlet Knights led by seven at the break by forcing 12 turnovers and holding Maryland to 6-for-24 from the field.