5-Star SG Darius Adams Commits to Buzz Williams, Maryland After UConn Decommit

Buzz Williams is yet to coach a game at Maryland, but he already has a significant victory thanks to his efforts on the recruiting trail.

Joe Tipton of On 3 reported Tuesday that guard Darius Adams committed to the Terrapins men's basketball team after he previously reopened his recruitment after decommitting from UConn. Adams chose Maryland over Georgetown, Tennessee and Michigan State.

According to 247Sports' composite rankings, he is a 5-star prospect and the No. 23 overall player and No. 4 combo guard in the 2025 recruiting class.

“Buzz Williams is known for winning at every different program he goes to," Adams said, per Tipton. "He develops guards and has off-court relationships with his players. Maryland has a great history of basketball, and I can't wait to show the fans what I'm going to bring to the table."

The first thing that jumps out about the McDonald's All-American's game is his shooting stroke.

He can hit from beyond the three-point line and float shots over defenders from mid-range. He is also a solid passer with the ball in his hands when defenses close on that shooting, which should help him contribute right away at the next level.

"Where there is untapped potential is in his frame and the amount of sheer force he plays with," Adam Finkelstein of 247Sports wrote in his scouting report. "He's still growing into his body a bit and doesn't always yet have the same amount of athletic burst as other top prospects.

"Once that frame clicks though, it could unlock new aspects of his attack, help him play through contact more consistently, and make him more efficient in the lane. Right now, he can be fluid with the ball in the open floor, but doesn't pressure the rim or finish as well in a half-court game."

Adams is the first high-school prospect to join Williams at Maryland, but the new head coach is bringing in plenty of firepower through the transfer portal.

The 2025 class includes eight different transfers, including forward Elijah Saunders from Virginia and guard Isaiah Watts from Washington State. Williams also brought Pharrel Payne, Solomon Washington, George Turkson Jr. and Andre Mills with him from Texas A&M.

The Terrapins reached the Sweet 16 last season but will have an entirely new look in 2025-26 following the coaching chance.

Adams figures to be a major part of it as a high-profile recruit.