Duke's Caleb Foster Out Indefinitely
Duke coach Jon Scheyer announced freshman Caleb Foster underwent surgery for a right foot fracture and is out indefinitely [https://x.com/i/status/2031374358514442601]. Patrick Ngongba II is also missing the ACC Tournament due to foot soreness but could return for March Madness [https://x.com/i/status/2031370357345489143].
Caleb Foster suffered the injury during Saturday's 76-61 victory over North Carolina and was seen in a walking boot afterwards. Replay footage indicates Foster stepped on Seth Trimble's foot, causing an awkward twist. The junior guard had returned this season as a leader after falling out of the rotation last year. Sophomore center Patrick Ngongba II has been dealing with right foot soreness. He missed the UNC game and is unlikely to play in the ACC Tournament. However, Scheyer expects Ngongba to be available for the NCAA Tournament. Duke is the No. 1 seed in the ACC Tournament, which is being held at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte this week. The Blue Devils are scheduled to play their first game on Thursday. Duke's women's team recently won the ACC Tournament, defeating Louisville 70-65 in overtime. With both Foster and Ngongba sidelined, Duke's depth will be tested. Freshman Cameron Boozer, the ACC Player of the Year, and Maliq Brown will need to step up. Duke is still considered a favorite to win the national championship, with +320 odds according to BetMGM Sportsbook.
