Caleb Foster’s Return Powers Duke 80‑75 over St. John’s
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- Caleb Foster returned to the court 20 days after a right‑foot fracture and surgery, scoring 11 second‑half points in Duke’s 80‑75 victory over St. John’s.
- Jon Scheyer said he was “still a little stunned” by Foster’s performance, noting that “ninety‑nine percent of guys do not come back to play under the circumstances.”
- Duke switched to a matchup zone defense and inserted Foster after seven scoreless first‑half minutes, which helped halt St. John’s three‑point rhythm and forced turnovers.
- St. John’s made 13 three‑pointers (nine in the first half) but saw their turnover rate drop after Duke’s zone forced them into half‑court play.
- Isaiah Evans led Duke with 25 points, including a step‑back three‑pointer that gave Duke a 70‑69 lead late in the game.
- Cameron Boozer posted a double‑double with 22 points and 10 rebounds.
- Caleb Foster finished the game without a turnover, scoring seven straight points during a 9‑2 run and two consecutive baskets in the final 2:15.
Why it matters: Duke’s victory secures a spot in the Elite Eight, extending its tournament run and validating coach Scheyer’s confidence in a player who defied medical odds; Foster’s fearless return boosts team morale and showcases the program’s depth, while St. John’s is eliminated, ending its Cinderella hopes.
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