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Rutgers Falls 67-55 to Maryland - Recap

Melo Trimble scored 17 points leading Maryland to a 67-55 victory over Rutgers at Xfinity Center on Tuesday.

Maryland won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -11.5-point spread as favorites.

Kevin Huerter had 11 points for Maryland and Damonte Dodd chipped in with 8 points. Kevin Huerter had 6 assists for them, while Kevin Huerter was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Rutgers got 15 points from Corey Sanders in a losing cause and another 14 points from Nigel Johnson. Corey Sanders contributed 3 assists for them, while Deshawn Freeman had 6 rebounds.

Maryland was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Maryland had a 34-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Maryland heads into a battle against Minnesota. Rutgers, meanwhile, will have their next action against Wisconsin.