UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Anthony Cowan Jr. scored a game-high 16 points but it was not enough to overcome 20 turnovers as fourth-ranked Maryland (10-1, 1-1) dropped its first game of the season to Penn State 76-69.

Lamar Stevens and Mike Watkins led the way for Penn State, each scoring 15 points apiece.  

Eric Ayala (15), Aaron Wiggins (13) and Jalen Smith (12) all finished in double figures, as the Terps staged a comeback attempt after trailing by 10 points at half. Maryland managed to cut the deficit to two at the 10:14 mark after Cowan got a three to fall to make it 52-50. But, the Nitany Lions (8-2, 1-1), regained control with a 6-0 run.

Maryland would hang around, staying within striking distance thanks to a solid free throw shooting night (23-of-28). But, a drought from the field would ultimately keep the game out of reach, as the Terps managed just three field goals in the final 7:22 of regulation.

Maryland will have a week off from competition before heading back on the road to face 22^nd ranked Seton Hall on December 19. Tip off in Newark, N.J. is slated for 7:00 pm and the game will be broadcast on Fox Sports 1.

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