In a recent appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, legendary Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski gave fans a glimpse of hope regarding Caleb Foster's status for the Blue Devils' Sweet 16 matchup against St. John's.
Duke enthusiasts have been on edge, eager to know if Foster would make a miraculous return less than three weeks after fracturing his foot in the regular-season finale against North Carolina. Coach K offered a promising update: "I'm pretty sure that Caleb Foster will get minutes tonight and that will be good," he shared with McAfee.
Shortly after Coach K's comments, ESPN reports confirmed the buzz: Foster is expected to suit up against St. John's, provided he didn't experience any setbacks overnight.
It's a remarkable turnaround, considering Foster underwent surgery just weeks ago. While his minutes might be limited, his presence on the court brings invaluable experience and leadership.
Tracy Wolfson tweeted, "As long as #duke PG Caleb Foster didn’t have any setback overnight, the expectation is he will play tonight against @StJohnsBBall. Crazy - less than 3 weeks from surgery! I wouldn’t expect a lot of minutes but having his experience and leadership out there is huge."
Adam Zagoria also chimed in, reporting, "Duke G Caleb Foster will play tonight vs. St.
John’s, per source. Foster last played March 7 vs.
UNC and has been out with a fractured right foot. Jon Scheyer said yesterday Foster was a gametime decision."
Foster's recovery is nothing short of extraordinary, highlighting his dedication and the incredible support from Duke's training staff. Initially, there were fears that his injury might end his season, with hopes pinned on a potential return for the Final Four. Yet, here we are, with Foster ready to contribute in the Sweet 16.
While it's uncertain how many minutes Foster will log, he's likely to come off the bench, with freshman Cayden Boozer starting. Any contribution from Foster will be a significant boost against St.
John's, known for their tough defense. His return not only lifts the team's spirits but also adds a strategic edge in this crucial matchup.