Preview: Iowa at Maryland in Big Ten Clash COLLEGE PARK, Md. (Interstat) — The surging Iowa Hawkeyes, led by the nation’s hottest scorer, visit the struggling Maryland Terrapins in a Big Ten Conference men’s basketball matchup Wednesday night at Xfinity Center. Iowa (18-5, 8-2 Big Ten) rides a five-game winning streak into College Park, powered overwhelmingly by the spectacular play of guard Bennett Stirtz. The junior is averaging 28.1 points over his last seven games, including a 36-point performance in Sunday’s 76-70 win over Northwestern. In that span, he has scored 20 or more points in every contest, logging heavy minutes as the Hawkeyes’ indispensable offensive engine. Maryland (8-14, 2-8) seeks consistency after snapping a four-game skid with a 67-62 road win at Minnesota on Sunday. Guard David Coit erupted for 29 points in that victory, showcasing the high-ceiling scoring ability he has displayed in flashes this season, including a 43-point outburst against Penn State last month. The Terrapins’ season, however, has been defined by defensive struggles, particularly in lopsided losses to league contenders. The Hawkeyes dominated the first meeting this season, an 83-64 victory in Iowa City on Dec. 6. Stirtz scored 24 points in that contest. For Iowa, Wednesday’s game is a critical step in maintaining its position near the top of the conference standings ahead of a daunting Saturday rematch with Purdue. For Maryland, it represents an opportunity to build momentum from the Minnesota win and secure a season-defining upset at home. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. EST. The game will be televised on the Big Ten Network.