As the nation's No. 2 team, Michigan has a target on its back. Next to take aim is Maryland on Saturday night in College Park, Md.

The atmosphere promises to be charged as the Terrapins (6-4, 0-1 Big Ten) try to gain their first signature win under new coach Buzz Williams.

On his weekly radio show, Williams tried to de-emphasize the matchup.

"It's game No. 2 of 20 Big Ten heavyweight championship fights," Williams said.

There is no doubting the credentials of the Wolverines (9-0, 1-0). Their last five wins have come by no fewer than 28 points, including two over ranked teams by 30 (then-No. 20 Auburn) and 40 points (then-No. 11 Gonzaga).

They are No. 1 on KenPom.com and in the NET rankings. They also lead the nation in field goal percentage differential, shooting 17.7% better than the

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