Rutgers vs Maryland Prediction – College Basketball Picks 2/6/24

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Maryland Terrapins face off on Tuesday in a college basketball showdown at the Xfinity Center College Park. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Rutgers vs Maryland prediction.

Rutgers Looks to Build on Last Game

Rutgers faced off against the Michigan Wolverines in the last game and they were able to pick up a big win. At halftime they down 39-30 but in the second half they were able to outscore the Wolverines 39-20. Derek Simpson had a strong game putting up 19 points, six assists, and five rebounds. Rutgers on the season is averaging 66.9 points while their defense is givign up 66 points per game. Aundre Hyatt is averaging 11.6 points while shooting 38.6 percent from the field and 31.9 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Maryland Looks to Bounce Back

Maryland faced off against Michigan State on Saturday and they didn’t play good enough. Maryland only scored 54 points and they ended up winning by nine points. Jahmir Young had quite the game putting up 31 points, but the rest of the offense wasn’t good enough. Maryland on the season is averaging 69.5 points while their defense is giving up 63.4 points per game. The defense is ranked 12th in the league, Jahmir Young is averaging 20.9 points while shooting 43 percent from the field. Maryland will meet Ohio State after this one.

Rutgers vs Maryland Betting Prediction

This game is going to be lower scoring. These are both teams that like to keep the pace slower, and they are going to slow down the pace here. Maryland is giving up only 63.4 points per game and they are going to really slow down the Rutgers offense. Maryland only scored 54 points in the last game and they are also going to really to get the offense going. This game is going to be lower scoring and the under is going to cash. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Under