Maryland heavily favored against Norfolk State in tournament

No. 4 Maryland is set to play against Norfolk State in the women's NCAA Tournament. The game will take place in College Park, where Maryland is a heavy favorite. Norfolk State is hoping for its first tournament win in the school’s history. Maryland has a strong history, including a national championship and multiple Final Four appearances under coach Brenda Frese. The Terrapins feature talented upperclassmen like Kaylene Smikle, who leads the team with 17.7 points per game. Maryland excels in scoring inside and is proficient at making free throws. However, Maryland also has its weaknesses. The team struggles to create turnovers, averaging only 6.8 steals per game, and its performance in three-point shooting is lackluster. On the other hand, Norfolk State has players who excel in defense, especially senior Diamond Johnson, who averages three steals per game. The Spartans are known for their depth, with seven players averaging at least 1.1 steals per game. Despite their defensive strengths, Norfolk State has issues with rebounding, specifically on defense, where they average just 24.2 defensive rebounds. They have had a mixed season, with a notable win over Missouri but heavy losses to ranked teams. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.