Maryland men’s basketball rosters just two true freshmen. But one of them is the program’s highest-touted recruit in almost a decade, and when combined with the other’s impact, could immensely transform the trajectory of the season.
Derik Queen has generated significant excitement for the program heading into the new season. Despite the departure of star scorer and program centerpiece Jahmir Young, Terps fans have a budding superstar to look forward.
Last season, Maryland head coach Kevin Willard was bullish on freshman DeShawn Harris-Smith. A four-star recruit, Harris-Smith was put in position to contribute early and often. But he struggled to find his footing, shooting just 20.