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NJ BENSON
8.8 PPG •
6.1 RPG •
0.9 APG
8.8 PPG
6.1 RPG
0.9 APG
Back in starting five Benson will get the start against Creighton in the Big East Tournament, 247Sports.com reports.
Impact Benson returned in the opening round win against Georgetown after missing six games to close out the regular season. He played 18 minutes and logged 18 points, looking fresh as ever, and now he'll return to the starting five, bumping Isaiah Rivera back to the bench.
MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE
DePaul knocks off Georgetown, advances to quarterfinals in Big East Tournament NJ Benson helped lead DePaul over Georgetown on Wednesday night with 18 points off of the bench in a 71-67 win in the Big East Tournament.
MARCH 13 • SUNTIMES.COM
Benson scores 18 points off the bench, DePaul knocks off Georgetown in Big East Tournament NJ Benson helped lead DePaul over Georgetown on Wednesday night with 18 points off of the bench in a 71-67 win in the Big East Tournament.
MARCH 13 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
DePaul gets past Georgetown again, advances in Big East NEW YORK -- NJ Benson scored 13 of his 18 points in the second half as 10th-seeded DePaul continued its improvement with a 71-67 victory ove...
MARCH 13 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Outstanding off bench Benson (hand) closed Wednesday's 71-67 victory over Georgetown with 18 points (7-8 FG, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes.
Impact Benson changed the game for DePaul by coming off the bench, missing just one of his shots and scoring a team-high 18 points. He could return to the starting lineup to face Creighton on Thursday.
MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE
Will be available off bench Benson (hand) is expected to be available off the bench for Wednesday's contest against Georgetown, according to 247Sports.com.
Impact Benson was deemed a game-time call for this contest, and while the big man won't be in the starting lineup, he'll be an option in the second unit. Benson, who has missed the last six games, is averaging 8.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game this season.
MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE
Deemed a game-time call Benson (hand) will be a game-time decision for DePaul's game against Georgetown in the first round of the Big East Tournament, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact 247Sports.com had previously reported the Benson was questionable for the tilt with the Hoyas, and not it appears the forward will be a true game-time decision. The junior, who's missed the past six games with a hand injury, averages 8.5 points and 6.1 rebounds.
MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Wednesday Benson (hand) is questionable for DePaul's game Wednesday against Georgetown at New York City, 247Sports reports.
Impact Benson suffered his right-hand injury during a DePaul-Marquette game on Feb. 11. Since then, he continues to be inactive, having sat out almost an entire month's worth of DePaul games. Since late-January, Benson has averaged 9.6 points and 7.4 rebounds.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Saturday Benson (hand) won't play on Saturday against Georgetown, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact The forward will miss DePaul's senior day matchup with the Hoyas in what will be his fifth straight absence. Benson, who averages 8.5 points and 6.1 rebounds, will get his next chance to play in the Big East Tournament.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable at Providence Benson (hand) is out for DePaul's game Wednesday at Providence, 247Sports reports.
Impact While at Marquette on Feb. 11, Benson suffered a hand injury. Currently for March, DePaul's game schedule begins Wednesday. Despite the recently changed month, Benson's matchup unavailability will continue.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Out at Creighton Benson (hand) is out for DePaul's game Wednesday at Creighton, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Impact Currently for February, Wednesday includes DePaul's last game. During the month's matchups Benson logged, he averaged 8.3 rebounds.
FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Not facing Butler Benson (hand) is out for Saturday's game against Butler, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Benson will miss a third straight game, and he doesn't have a timetable for his return to the hardwood. He averages 8.5 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, so his loss is a sensible one for DePaul. His next chance to feature will come against Creighton on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Out vs. Johnnies Benson (hand) won't play against St. John's on Wednesday night, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Benson will miss his second straight game. The junior, who averages 8.5 points and 6.1 rebounds, had become a starter over the second half of the season for DePaul. JJ Traynor figures to get the start in his place once again. Benson's next shot to play will come against Butler on Feb. 22.
FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Saturday Benson (hand) will not appear in Saturday's showdown with Xavier, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Benson will miss his first game of the season with a hand injury as the Blue Demons face off against the Musketeers. The 6-foot-8 junior is averaging 8.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.4 blocks on 21.2 minutes per game this season.
FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Back to the bench Benson is not listed amongst DePaul's starting five ahead of Wednesday's game against UConn.
Impact Benson will retreat to the bench as JJ Traynor gets the starting nod for the Blue Demons during Wednesday's matchup with the Huskies.
JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Back on track Benson finished with 20 points (10-15 FG, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block across 27 minutes during Saturday's 86-69 loss to Butler.
Impact Benson and the entire DePaul offense were stymied Tuesday against Creighton, and while Saturday's result wasn't much better, the junior center was at least able to record his second best scoring total of the year. The Missouri State transfer continues to be a bright spot for a DePaul program looking to rebuild under new coach Chris Holtmann.
JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Still productive as reserve Benson notched 12 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and four blocks across 28 minutes during Friday's 73-68 victory over Georgetown.
Impact While Benson conceded his spot in the starting lineup back to David Skogman in this one, the former still out-produced the latter in minutes played, scoring and rebounding. Benson has now achieved double-digit scoring in six of his last seven games, averaging an impressive 11.9 points and 9.0 rebounds over that span. Whether server as a starter or a reserve, it looks like he'll continue to produce.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Back to bench role Benson is not starting for Friday's game against Georgetown, 247Sports.com reports.
Impact Benson will return to the bench after being part of the starting lineup in each of his previous six contests. He's averaging 6.5 points and 4.0 rebounds per game when coming off the bench.
JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE
10 points in OT loss Benson provided 10 points (5-5 FG), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 85-83 OT loss to Marquette.
Impact Benson finished a narrow loss to the Golden Eagles with a perfect field-goal percentage in his sixth straight start of the year. The junior forward also was a force in the paint especially over Marquette's bigs, snagging eight boards and also registering three blocks and two steals. His performance should cement him in the starting lineup against as DePaul travels to Georgetown this Friday.
JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
15 points off bench in Thursday win Benson amassed 15 points (6-8 FG, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and one block over 23 minutes during Thursday's 92-59 victory over Prairie View A&M.
Impact Benson saw a huge elevation in playing time versus Prairie View A&M, but this was likely due to the nature of the blowout. Nonetheless, the transfer big-man still put together a solid performance, which could lead to him getting more playing time off the bench as the season progresses.
NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Enters portal Benson will enter the transfer portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.
Impact Benson will enter the transfer portal after two years with Missouri State. The sophomore forward averaged 8.6 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.6 blocks this past season and started 23 games.
MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
