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Maryland Men's Basketball Looks to Bounce Back Against Northwestern
The Terps face a struggling Wildcats team as they aim to improve their Big Ten Tournament seeding.
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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With just six games remaining in the season, Maryland men's basketball has officially missed out on the top six seeds of the Big Ten Tournament. However, the Terps are still fighting to avoid the tournament's first round and potentially climb up the standings. They'll face a Northwestern team that sits below them in the conference, as the Wildcats have regressed for the second straight season under head coach Chris Collins.
Why it matters
This game is crucial for Maryland as they look to finish the regular season strong and secure a better position in the Big Ten Tournament. A win over the struggling Wildcats could help the Terps rise in the conference standings and potentially avoid the tournament's opening round.
The details
Maryland heads to Illinois to take on Northwestern, who sits at just 2-13 in Big Ten play this season. The Wildcats are led by senior forward Nick Martinelli, who averages 22.1 points per game, the most in the conference. Jayden Reid and Tre Singleton are also key players to watch for Northwestern. The Wildcats struggle with three-point shooting, while Maryland has regressed at the free throw line in recent games. The Terps will look to avoid foul trouble and get production from their bench to secure a much-needed win.
- The game will tip off at 8 p.m. EST on Wednesday, February 17, 2026.
- Maryland and Northwestern previously met in College Park last season, with the Wildcats defeating the Terps.
The players
Nick Martinelli
A senior forward for Northwestern who leads the Big Ten in scoring at 22.1 points per game.
Jayden Reid
A junior guard for Northwestern who runs the Wildcats' offense, averaging just under 5 assists per game.
Tre Singleton
A freshman forward for Northwestern who has earned a significant role, averaging around 8 points and 5 rebounds per game.
Chris Collins
The head coach of the Northwestern Wildcats, who is in his 12th year leading the program.
What’s next
If Maryland can secure a win over Northwestern, it would be a crucial step in their efforts to improve their seeding for the Big Ten Tournament.
The takeaway
This game represents an opportunity for Maryland to bounce back and strengthen their position in the Big Ten standings. A victory over the struggling Wildcats could provide a much-needed boost as the Terps look to finish the regular season strong and position themselves for a successful postseason run.
