No. 4 Maryland Defeats Grand Canyon 81-49 in NCAA Tournament

The No. 4 seed Maryland Terrapins secured a commanding 81-49 victory over No. 13 seed Grand Canyon in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, showcasing their strength in the paint with a 44-16 scoring advantage. Julian Reese emerged as a key player, leading the team with his NCAA Tournament experience and offensive contributions, helping Maryland shake off an initial slow start. Following this win, Maryland is set to face No. 12 seed Colorado State, who upset No. 5 seed Memphis, in the second round. Analysts noted Maryland's complete offense and solid defense as crucial factors in their victory, while expressing confidence in their chances to advance further in the tournament. The matchup against Colorado State will test Maryland's depth and resilience as they aim to reach the Sweet 16 for the first time in nine years.