Overview
- Coach Jon Scheyer said Ngongba must practice and show he can move effectively to be considered available against TCU.
- Ngongba has missed five straight games dating to March 2, including the ACC Tournament and the first-round win over Siena.
- Reporters observed him in a protective boot and briefly using a knee scooter on Friday before media availability.
- The 6-foot-11 center averages 10.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.1 blocks, and his return would restore rim protection and ease Cameron Boozer’s minutes at center.
- Guard Caleb Foster remains out with a fractured foot with no timetable, and Cayden Boozer has filled a starting role as Duke manages a tight rotation following a narrow opening-round escape.