Caleb Foster leads Duke past St. John's, into Elite Eight
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Key Points:
- Caleb Foster returned earlier than expected from a fractured right foot, scoring 11 second-half points to help Duke overcome a 10-point halftime deficit against St. John's in the East Regional semifinal.
- Duke secured an 80-75 victory over fifth-seed St. John's, improving their record to 35-2 and advancing to face the winner of Michigan State vs. UConn.
- Foster was scoreless in the first half but made 5-of-7 field goals in the second half, including two crucial baskets in the final minutes to help preserve Duke's lead.
- St. John's shot well from three-point range in the first half but struggled in the second, going 4-of-14, which contributed to Duke's comeback.
- Isaiah Evans led Duke with 25 points, while Cameron Boozer added a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds.
