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Recap - Maryland Defeats Rutgers 77-63
Jalen Smith scored 16 points leading Maryland to a 77-63 victory over Rutgers at Louis Brown Athletic Center on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Maryland were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.
Maryland got 15 points from Anthony Cowan and another 11 points from Serrel Smith Jr.. Bruno Fernando contributed 5 assists, while Bruno Fernando cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Rutgers got a 12-point performance from Eugene Omoruyi, who was supported by 11 points from Montez Mathis. Montez Mathis had 3 assists in a losing cause for Rutgers, while Montez Mathis grabbed 8 rebounds.
Maryland led at halftime, 40-20.
Maryland had a 37-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Maryland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Minnesota. Rutgers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ohio State.