The Maryland Terrapins’ winning streak came to an abrupt halt as they suffered a decisive 100-61 loss to the No. 12 Gonzaga Bulldogs on November 26, 2025, in Las Vegas. This defeat followed a hard-fought victory over UNLV just a day prior, leaving Maryland with a season record of 5-2, while Gonzaga improved to 7-0.
Performance Highlights
Pharrel Payne led the Terrapins with 14 points and seven rebounds, while Darius Adams added 13 points to the scoreline. Both players showcased consistent scoring abilities, with Adams reaching double figures in five consecutive games and Payne maintaining a streak of scoring at least 10 points in every game this season. Andre Mills contributed 11 points, marking his fifth double-digit scoring game of the year.
Gonzaga’s offensive prowess was evident as they dominated the court, shooting 57.8% (37-of-64) from the field and 42.4% (14-of-33) from three-point range. Braeden Huff was particularly impressive, leading Gonzaga with 20 points, shooting an efficient 9-of-10 from the floor.
Game Breakdown
The first half began with Maryland’s Payne scoring the team’s initial points. Despite a quick response from the Terrapins, Gonzaga quickly established control with a 12-2 run, highlighted by a jumper from Elijah Saunders. Maryland’s Isaiah Watts managed to hit the team’s first three-pointer with six minutes remaining in the half, and a late surge saw Maryland close the gap to 47-32 at halftime.
The second half saw Gonzaga hit its first eight field goals, effectively putting the game out of reach. Maryland struggled to keep up, with Adams hitting a three-pointer, but the Bulldogs’ shooting accuracy diminished any hope of a comeback. The final score reflected Gonzaga’s dominance, with the Terrapins unable to recover.
Historical Context and Future Outlook
This matchup marked the fifth meeting between Maryland and Gonzaga, with the Bulldogs now leading the all-time series 4-1. Their only previous loss to the Terrapins occurred in 1995, where Maryland claimed an 87-63 victory.
Looking ahead, Maryland will have one more opportunity to compete in the Geico Players Era Men’s Championship Tournament. The details regarding their opponent and game time will be determined following the conclusion of the tournament’s Tuesday matches.
As the Terrapins regroup, they will aim to build on the lessons learned from this challenging loss and prepare for their next contest.
