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'Deuce' Benjamin named NM Mr. Basketball by top website

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Las Cruces High senior William “Deuce” Benjamin has been named New Mexico High School Basketball – New Mexico Mr. Basketball by NewMexicoPreps.com and Rivals. 

Deuce Benjamin helped to lead the Bulldawgs to a 31-1 record his senior year and a runner-up finish in the state in the big school 5A classification. 

“The career of William “Deuce” Benjamin will end as one of the top players to ever hit the hardwood in New Mexico,” the website wrote in announcing the honor.  “Benjamin was a nightly highlight reel for the Bulldawgs this season leading the team in scoring (25.3 ppg) and assists (6.9 apg).” 

Past winners of the award include Gonzalo Carbalan of Las Cruces High in 2020. 


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