The Terrapins are entering a bold new chapter under Buzz Williams, the fiery and respected veteran coach known for building tough, defensive-minded, and deeply competitive teams.

And Buzz isn't coming empty-handed — Maryland is fully reloaded.

🔁 Transfer Talent: Big Production from Big Programs

The Terps are bringing in a high-level mix of experience and talent:

• Isaiah Watts (11.0 PPG – Washington State)

• Myles Rice (10.1 PPG – Indiana)

• Pharrel Payne (10.4 PPG – Texas A&M)

• Elijah Saunders (10.4 PPG – Virginia)

• David Coit (5.1 PPG – Kansas)

• Rakease Passmore (Kansas)

• Solomon Washington (4.7 PPG – Texas A&M)

• Collin Metcalf (Northeastern)

• George Turkson Jr. & Andre Mills (Texas A&M redshirts)

This isn’t just a rebuild — it’s a program-level reboot.

🌟 Freshman Class Adds Star Power and Versatility

Maryland landed two 4-star prospects:

• Darius Adams (G): Elite combo guard, aggressive scorer

• Aleks Alston (F): Stretch forward with length and shooting touch

They’re joined by:

• Guillermo Del Pino (international G): Polished and composed floor general

• Jaziah Harper & Nick Blake: Underrated prospects with developmental upside

🧠 Buzz's Vision in College Park

Buzz Williams is known for:

• Defense-first systems

• Player development

• Culture building

With so many new faces, chemistry will be the key — but if Buzz gets this roster clicking, Maryland could leapfrog expectations in the new-look Big Ten.