When will Caleb Foster return? Latest injury updates on Duke star's status for March Madness

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Duke has enjoyed a glistening campaign in 2025-26, rising to the top of the charts off the back of strong play from a host of talents.

Caleb Foster would hardly qualify as a star by traditional metrics. He averages a little more than eight points per game, falling well short of the averages set by some of his higher-profile teammates.

And yet, he remains one of the Blue Devils' most important players, a synapse known for setting the pace of play in Jon Scheyer's attack.

Foster hasn't played since March 7, cut down by a foot injury. He initially expected to be back in time for the Blue Devils' tournament run. Recent developments suggest a more positive outlook could be on its way.

Here's what you need to know about Foster's potential return to action from a fractured right foot.

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When will Caleb Foster return?​

Foster has been felled by a fracture in his right foot. He suffered the injury in Duke's regular-season finale against North Carolina. He underwent surgery to treat the injury. Head coach Jon Scheyer said that Foster was expected to remain out of commission until at least the Final Four. The Field of 68's Jeff Goodman reported that Foster's chances of returning to action are "very minimal" even if the Blue Devils make it to the final weekend of tournament action.

Scheyer offered an optimistic update on Foster's status ahead of Duke's Sweet 16 matchup with St. John's. He told reporters that the junior guard has an "outside chance" of taking part in the fixture, according to CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein.

What happened to Caleb Foster?​

Foster suffered a right foot fracture during the Blue Devils' 76-61 win over the Tar Heels on March 7. His absence has loomed large on Duke in the weeks since he underwent surgery, with Cayden Boozer stepping into the lead ball-handler role.

Caleb Foster injury update​

Foster has missed more than two weeks with his foot fracture. He underwent surgery to relieve his injury, although the operation was initially expected to keep him out for the remainder of the season. It's unclear what -- if anything -- changed for Foster. But he looks to have a chance to suit up for the Blue Devils as soon as their Sweet 16 matchup against St. John's.

Caleb Foster stats​

Games	PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	3-pt%
31	8.5	3.6	2.8	44.2%	40.2%

Foster's numbers may pale in comparison to more noted Blue Devils talents like Cameron Boozer and Isaiah Evans. But he's proven a steady ball-handler and playmaker, all while hitting 40 percent of triples. Assuming he's healthy enough to take part in Duke's Sweet 16, Foster figures to contribute positively to the Blue Devils' tournament chances.

Who does Duke play next in March Madness?​

Duke will take on St. John's in the Sweet 16. The matchup should be a memorable one for the Blue Devils. They could add to their vaunted history against Rick Pitino. The Red Storm's taskmaster watched on the sidelines when Christian Laettner canned his buzzer-beating turnaround jumper during the 1992 Elite Eight.

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