Top-seeded Duke surges back to survive St. John’s in Sweet 16 heart-stopper
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Duke defeated St. John's 80-75 in a high-scoring Sweet 16 East Regional game, advancing to their third straight Elite Eight.
- Despite trailing by 10 points, Duke mounted a comeback led by Caleb Foster, who returned from a broken foot to score 11 crucial points in the second half.
- Sophomore guard Isaiah Evans was the team's top scorer with 25 points, including key shots down the stretch that helped seal the victory.
- St. John's, coached by Rick Pitino, made 13 three-pointers but lacked enough individual scoring to overcome Duke's resilience.
- The game showcased Duke's poise and depth, reinforcing their status as strong contenders for the national championship.
