Duke defeated St. John’s 80-75 in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, extending their winning streak to 14 games. The game, held at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., showcased a strong performance from Duke’s Isaiah Evans, who scored 25 points.
Caleb Foster made a significant impact, scoring all of his 11 points in the second half after returning from a broken foot. Cameron Boozer also contributed with 22 points and 10 rebounds, helping to secure the victory for the Blue Devils.
St. John’s had initially taken control of the game, holding a 10-point lead in the second half before Duke rallied to take the win. The Blue Devils, who were favored by 6.5 points going into the matchup, improved their record to 35-2 with this victory.
St. John’s, the fifth seed in the tournament, had previously defeated Kansas 67-65 to reach the Sweet 16, finishing the game with a record of 30-7. The over/under for total points scored was set at 141.5, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.
With this win, Duke will advance to face either UConn or Michigan State in the East Region final. This victory solidifies Duke’s position as a top contender in the tournament, following their status as the number one seed.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the next matchup, but expectations are high for Duke as they continue their pursuit of the championship title.
