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Barclays Center Classic - Recap - Maryland Defeats Kansas State 69-68

Maryland grabbed a 69-68 win over Kansas State on Saturday, behind a 18-point effort from Melo Trimble at Barclays Center.

Maryland was a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Michal Cekovsky had 16 points for Maryland and Justin Jackson chipped in with 11 points. Anthony Cowan had 6 assists for them, while Michal Cekovsky was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Kansas State got a 26-point performance from D.J. Johnson, who was supported by 16 points from Wesley Iwundu. Kamau Stokes had 3 assists in a losing cause for Kansas State, while Wesley Iwundu grabbed 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Maryland were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

The rebound battle favored Kansas State as they grabbed 31 boards, while Maryland only had 30

Maryland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pittsburgh. Kansas State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wisconsin-Green Bay.