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Duke star Caleb Foster leads comeback in return from injury
Blue Devils rally from 10-point deficit to beat St. John's in NCAA Tournament
Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:03am
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Caleb Foster, Duke's star point guard, returned from a broken foot injury to lead the top-seeded Blue Devils to an 80-75 comeback victory over St. John's in the NCAA Tournament. Foster's clutch performance in the second half helped Duke rally from a 10-point deficit and advance to the next round of the tournament.
Why it matters
Foster's return was crucial for Duke, the tournament's top overall seed, as they look to capture the national championship. The Blue Devils were in serious danger of an early tournament exit before Foster took over the game and willed his team to victory.
The details
After missing several games with a broken foot, Foster checked back into the game in the second half and immediately sparked Duke's comeback. He scored 12 of his team-high 18 points in the final 10 minutes, making key shots and free throws to erase St. John's lead. Foster also dished out 6 assists and grabbed 5 rebounds in the winning effort.
- Duke and St. John's tipped off at 7:03 PM ET on Friday, March 28, 2026.
- Foster returned from his foot injury in the second half of the game.
The players
Caleb Foster
Duke's star point guard who returned from a broken foot injury to lead his team to victory.
Duke Blue Devils
The top overall seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, looking to capture the national championship.
St. John's
The underdog opponent that led Duke by 10 points in the second half before the Blue Devils mounted their comeback.
What they’re saying
“Caleb just willed us to this win. He's an incredible player and leader, and we're so glad to have him back healthy for the tournament run.”
— Mike Krzyzewski, Duke Head Coach
What’s next
Duke will advance to the next round of the NCAA Tournament, where they will face the winner of the game between UCLA and Gonzaga.
The takeaway
Foster's heroic return from injury proved crucial in keeping Duke's national title hopes alive. The Blue Devils showed their resilience in rallying from a double-digit deficit, led by their star point guard's clutch performance down the stretch.
