Men’s Basketball Team Faces Terrapins in Maryland on Sunday Night
On Sunday night, the Old Dominion men’s basketball team is set to face off against the Maryland Terrapins. The game will take place at the XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland, starting at 6 p.m.
Game Details
- Date: Sunday, December 28
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Location: XFINITY Center, College Park, MD
- Broadcast: Big Ten Network
- Radio: ESPN Sports Radio 94.1 FM
Series History
This matchup marks the seventh encounter between both teams. Maryland leads the all-time series 5-1. Their prior meeting on November 25, 2020, resulted in an 85-67 loss for Old Dominion. Old Dominion’s only victory in this series occurred on January 24, 1987, when they defeated Maryland 87-73 in Norfolk.
About Old Dominion
The Monarchs currently hold a record of 4-9 overall and 1-1 in the Sun Belt conference. In their recent game on December 20, they lost narrowly to Coastal Carolina, 76-74. Old Dominion is averaging 74.2 points per game but has allowed 77.2 points to opponents.
Leading the team in scoring is KC Shaw, with an average of 16.0 points per game, followed by Jordan Battle with 14.2 points per game. Caelum Swanton-Rodger contributes with a double-double capability, averaging 7.4 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. The team has been effective at three-point defense, ranking third in the Sun Belt, allowing 30.3% shooting from beyond the arc.
About Maryland
The Terrapins have a record of 6-6 and are looking to break a three-game losing streak after falling to No. 23 Virginia with a score of 80-72. Maryland scores an average of 77.2 points per game but concedes 80.5 points on defense.
Pharrel Payne is the Terps’ leading scorer at 17.5 points per game, and he is also their top rebounder. David Coit follows closely with 14.8 points per game, including impressive free-throw shooting at 91.9%. His prowess beyond the arc has made him a key threat, contributing 36 three-pointers so far.
Looking Ahead
Following Sunday’s game, Old Dominion will play again on December 31 against App State at home, also at Chartway Arena.
This matchup against Maryland promises to be an exciting non-conference game, and fans are eager to support their teams as they strive for victory.
