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Nearly halfway through Big Ten play, No. 15 Maryland men’s basketball tied for fourth place in the conference standings (1.5 games back).
Coming into the season, senior guard Anthony Cowan Jr. and sophomore big man Jalen Smith were expected to lead the way for the Terps, and they have done just that.
Smith has been all Maryland could ask for this season, acting as a swiss army knife and providing the team with an identity following the departure of Bruno Fernando last season.
The sophomore ranks first in three-point field goal percentage (56.7), second in field goal percentage (59.1), sixth in total rebounding (85) and is averaging 2.0 blocks per game, which is tied for second amongst Big Ten competitors.
A preseason Wooden Award candidate, Cowan ranks fifth in assists (40) through nine games of Big Ten play. He also has the fourth best assist/turnover ratio with a 2.1 mark.
Maryland will square off against No. 18 Iowa Thursday night, with Big Ten leading scorer Luka Garza (27.2) coming to town.
In other news
Jalen Smith is the star of this week’s edition of the Testudo Times Podcast, where Matt, Lila and Cody also discuss the latest bracket predictions.
No. 15 Maryland men’s basketball hosts its second ranked matchup in College Park Thursday. Sean gives you everything you need to know for the rematch against No. 18 Iowa.
No. 17 Maryland women’s basketball also plays Thursday, with the team on the road to face Ohio State. Check out Wes’ preview of the matchup.
Check out Brandon’s preview of the upcoming Maryland men’s lacrosse season.
Thursday’s game will be a Red Out.
Don't say we didn't warn you...
— Maryland Basketball (@TerrapinHoops) January 30, 2020
The Red Out pic.twitter.com/YuKZsmSn80
Jalen Smith sat down with college basketball expert Andy Katz to discuss the Terps’ recent road wins.
If last week is any indication, @TerrapinHoops solved its road woes.
— Maryland On BTN (@MarylandOnBTN) January 29, 2020
What changed?
"Pretty much, we've just been focusing a lot more on treating every game like it's basically our last."@JalenSmith2000 chats with @TheAndyKatz ⬇️. pic.twitter.com/mbqnybNQEC
Catch up on the latest in Maryland football in the Unlocked docuseries.
It's a mentality. It's a toughness. #UNLOCKED Episode 2:
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) January 29, 2020
Stream NOW: https://t.co/LhHVtR6GTH pic.twitter.com/WVyS9xYAAD
Maryland women’s basketball is headed to Columbus.
Up and out ✌ ✈️
— Maryland Women’s Basketball (@umdwbb) January 29, 2020
Next stop: Columbus #UnitedPursuit // #FearTheTurtle pic.twitter.com/RanMuu4yp3
Spring media day came and went. Check out some of the athletes in attendance. (Bonus points if you can spot any Testudo Times staff)
Believe it or not - spring is just around the corner!
— Maryland On BTN (@MarylandOnBTN) January 29, 2020
Take a quick look at Spring Sports Media day with @umterps. pic.twitter.com/caRvZyXJhM
Maryland men’s lacrosse released the faceoff times for the 2020 season.
What time is is? GAME TIMES ⏰
— Maryland Lacrosse (@TerpsMLax) January 29, 2020
Mark your calendars, faceoff times for our 2020 season are here! #BeTheBest pic.twitter.com/5AEaUZMVJN
Cathy Reese gave her take on what to expect from the Terps this season in a preview with former Testudo Times editor Justin Fitzgerald.
Opportunity knocks
— Maryland Women's Lacrosse (@MarylandWLax) January 29, 2020
Read up on our season preview from @USLacrosseMag! https://t.co/tkUj3zH20y#FearTheTurtle pic.twitter.com/u3O6BrofRe