The Rutgers Scarlet Knights men’s basketball team, representing Rutgers University in Piscataway, New Jersey, competes in the Big Ten Conference. As of March 13, 2025, the team holds a 14–15 overall record and a 7–11 conference record under ninth-year head coach Steve Pikiell.
In the 2024–25 season, freshman guard Dylan Harper has emerged as a standout player, averaging 19.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. His performance has drawn significant attention, with NBA scouts considering him a potential generational talent.
In the Big Ten tournament, Rutgers faced the University of Southern California (USC) on March 12, 2025. The game was a double-overtime thriller, with USC securing a 97-89 victory. Dylan Harper led Rutgers with 27 points, while Ace Bailey added 17 points. USC’s Desmond Claude was pivotal, scoring 28 points, including 22 in the second half and overtime.
Despite the team’s struggles this season, the arrival of highly touted recruits like Airious “Ace” Bailey and Dylan Harper offers optimism for the future. Their commitment is expected to elevate Rutgers’ basketball program in the coming years.