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Duke Advances to Elite Eight Despite Injured Star
Blue Devils overcome Caleb Foster's broken foot to defeat St. John's
Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:33am
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The Duke Blue Devils overcame an injury to star player Caleb Foster, who returned from a broken foot to make several key plays down the stretch, to defeat St. John's 80-75 and advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Isaiah Evans led Duke with 25 points in the victory.
Why it matters
Duke's ability to win a close tournament game despite the absence of one of their top players demonstrates the team's depth and resilience. Foster's return from injury also provides a boost as the Blue Devils continue their quest for a national championship.
The details
Caleb Foster, a key player for Duke, suffered a broken foot prior to the Sweet 16 matchup against St. John's. However, he was able to return to the game and make several crucial plays in the final minutes to help secure the victory for the Blue Devils. Isaiah Evans led all scorers with 25 points in the 80-75 win.
- The game took place on March 28, 2026 in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The players
Caleb Foster
A Duke player who returned from a broken foot to contribute to the team's victory over St. John's.
Isaiah Evans
The leading scorer for Duke with 25 points in the 80-75 win over St. John's.
What they’re saying
“Caleb's toughness and determination to get back on the court really inspired the whole team today.”
— Mike Krzyzewski, Head Coach, Duke University
“We knew St. John's would be a tough opponent, but our guys stepped up when it mattered most.”
— Jon Scheyer, Associate Head Coach, Duke University
What’s next
Duke will face the winner of the Gonzaga-UCLA matchup in the Elite Eight round of the NCAA Tournament.
The takeaway
Duke's ability to overcome injuries and win close tournament games demonstrates the team's depth and resilience, making them a formidable contender for the national championship.
