A number of former Maryland men’s basketball players have recently re-entered the transfer portal in search of new opportunities. Among them are two high-impact high school recruits, Chol Marial and Ike Cornish, both of whom are seeking a second chance to showcase their talents.
Marial, a 7-foot-2 center from South Sudan, garnered attention as one of the top high school recruits in the class of 2019. Despite facing setbacks due to injuries, Marial is now committed to playing for San Jose State, providing him with a fresh start in the Mountain West under the leadership of former Nebraska head coach Tim Miles.
In contrast, Cornish, a former four-star recruit and Maryland native, faced challenges during his time with the Terps and subsequently found a new opportunity at Ohio. He has now reunited with familiar faces at Nicholls State, where he aims to thrive under the mentorship of head coach Tevon Saddler.
In addition to Marial and Cornish, other former Terps such as Pavlo Dziuba, Arnaud Revaz, Aquan Smart, and James Graham have also entered the transfer portal in search of new opportunities, with the guidance of their respective coaches as they look for the right fit for their talent and potential.
Meanwhile, the return of DeShawn Harris-Smith has reignited hope for the Maryland men’s basketball program. Despite a challenging season, Harris-Smith’s performance has sparked curiosity about the potential impact he could make in the upcoming season.
According to KenPom’s player comparison system, the data suggests that players with a similar performance to Harris-Smith’s freshman season have shown noticeable improvements in subsequent seasons. This trend fosters optimism about the possibility of Harris-Smith’s significant growth as he continues his journey with Maryland’s basketball program.
The comparison within the data set has revealed instances where players such as Marcus Jordan, Michael Devoe, Boden Skunberg, and Dane Goodwin demonstrated remarkable improvement in their stat averages and shooting numbers in subsequent seasons. With this pattern in mind, there is a sense of anticipation for Harris-Smith’s upcoming season and the potential impact he could make.
Harris-Smith’s return has engendered excitement and anticipation for the future of the Maryland men’s basketball team. The potential for growth and development in the upcoming season has captured the attention of fans as they eagerly await the next chapter in the team’s journey.