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College Basketball Player Maban Jabriel Says He’s Committed To Maryland
TMZ DC isn’t just taking over politics, it’s getting sports scoops, too — our camera guy ran into a college basketball player … who revealed to us he’s becoming a Terp!!
We caught up with 6’9″ former Queens University Royals forward Maban Jabriel at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Friday … and asked what he was up to while in town.
Turns out the upcoming junior was visiting the Maryland basketball program … and apparently it went so well that he decided he’s completed his search in finding a new home.
Jabriel said the organization will make him not only a better player on the court, but also a better person … and he can’t wait to explore the area.
The guy can hoop — his Royals went up against No. 2 seed Purdue in the NCAA Tournament last month … and he contributed nine points, five rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 21 minutes of action. He had 7.7 points and 3.8 rebounds a game this past season.
Jabriel said he had interest from several schools in his transfer portal process … but ultimately, Buzz Williams‘ program came out on top.
So … did he get a sick NIL package with the move?? Jabriel stopped short of dishing on that … but hey, we’ll take the exclusive announcement.