Duke's Reinforcements: Ngongba & Foster Return

0:00It's March 27. I'm Corey with The Story, and this is Derm News Today, Local News Powered by AI. Duke hit the court against St. John's in the NCAA Tournament East Region on Friday night, with its full roster back for the first time in almost four. Weeks, Center Patrick and Gangba, and guard Caleb Foster had both missed time with foot injuries, but they suited up and checked in during the first half. Known by had just returned in the prior win over TCU, playing well in limited minutes, while Foster broke his right foot back on March 7 against North Carolina and had surgery the next day. His original return was pegged for the final four, but after practicing this week, he got the green light as a game time call. Fans erupted in cheers when both players entered the game, just like they did for In-Gong Vaz comeback last weekend. Team mates like Malik Brown have felt the void without Foster, who averaged 8.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.8, assists over 31 games this season.

1:00Foster wasted no time making an impact, lobbing a pass to In-Gongba for a quick dunk with about 14 minutes left in the half. Coach John Shire noted both handled their return smoothly, setting them up for more minutes in the next matchup. With these reinforcements, Duke looks even stronger heading deeper into the tournament, boosting their chances in the sweet 16 push.