Caleb Foster, Duke's starting point guard, is a game-time decision for the Sweet 16 matchup against St. John's after missing five games due to a foot fracture. Coach Jon Scheyer noted Foster's limited practice and emphasized his determination to play. Foster had a strong season before his injury, contributing significantly to key victories. In his absence, freshman Cayden Boozer has taken over as a starter, performing well in the NCAA tournament. Additionally, sophomore center Pat Ngongba is expected to play after recovering from his own injury.
"Caleb Foster has missed the past five games after suffering a fracture in his foot against North Carolina earlier this month. Coach Jon Scheyer said they needed to see how he felt and progressed leading into Friday."
"Foster was enjoying a breakout season prior to his injury, starting 30 of the team's first 31 games and averaging 8.5 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists, shooting 40.2% from 3-point range."
"Without Foster, Scheyer has turned to five-star freshman Cayden Boozer as a starter in the backcourt. Boozer has averaged 13.8 points and 3.2 assists over that span."
"Sophomore center Pat Ngongba is also expected to play in Friday night's game against No. 5 seed St. John's. Ngongba is averaging 10.5 points and 6.0 rebounds this season."
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