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Sources: McAvoy clears protocols before Game 5
RALEIGH, N.C. — Boston Bruins star defenseman Charlie McAvoy has cleared COVID-19 protocols and can take warmups with the workforce in anticipation on enjoying vs. the Carolina Hurricanes Tuesday night time in Sport 5, sources advised ESPN’s Emily Kaplan.
Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy, after Boston’s morning skate, advised reporters that McAvoy and fellow defenseman Hampus Lindholm (upper-body damage) would miss Tuesday’s sport.
However McAvoy’s standing improved by means of the day and might be a serious increase because the Bruins attempt to take a 3-2 sequence lead on the highway. McAvoy walked into PNC Area sporting an N95 masks in time for warmups, in line with Kaplan.
McAvoy was a late scratch for the Sport 4 win Sunday in Boston, and Lindholm hasn’t performed since being leveled on a jarring shoulder-to-chest hit from Carolina’s Andrei Svechnikov within the workforce’s Sport 2 loss. Cassidy mentioned Lindholm did not occasion journey to North Carolina for Sport 5.
McAvoy and Lindholm labored collectively as Boston’s high defensive pairing in Sport 1 earlier than Cassidy juggled the lineup for Sport 2, transferring Matt Grzelcyk as much as play alongside McAvoy and placing Lindholm alongside Brandon Carlo.
McAvoy’s return would bolster the again line in a number of methods for the Bruins. He’ll, almost certainly, lead Boston’s defensemen in minutes performed earlier than the top of the night time, and can see time on the facility play and the penalty kill.
McAvoy, 24, is a former first-round decide who posted 10 targets and 56 factors this season for the Bruins. He has two assists this sequence, and is averaging 25:15 time on the ice. McAvoy has been within the playoffs yearly of his NHL profession.
The Bruins fell into an 0-2 gap earlier than rallying with two victories at TD Backyard.
The Related Press contributed to this report.
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Actor Tom Holland makes surprise visit to Campus School at Boston College
“Spider-Man” superstar Tom Holland dropped in for a surprise visit to the Campus School at Boston College, which will be receiving new adaptive equipment and technology thanks to a $25,000 grant from a nonprofit run by the actor’s family.
Holland, whose girlfriend Zendaya is shooting a film called “The Drama” in Boston and other Massachusetts towns, spent several hours Thursday in each of the six classrooms at the Campus School, which educates students ages 3-22 with extensive support needs, according to a press release from the college located in Chestnut Hill, Mass.
The British actor talked with students and even jumped in on tambourine and vocals during a music therapy session.
“We are so grateful to Tom Holland for taking the time to visit our small special needs school,” said Campus School Interim Director Thomas Miller. “He participated in a music session, posed for photos, and fully immersed himself into our students’ activities and their hearts.”
Nonverbal students were able to greet Holland using assistive technology, pressing switches or utilizing eye gaze devices to introduce themselves and welcome him to campus.
“Every single student was engaged, they were vibing off the room for sure. The way he engaged with them was really quite beautiful. He was just so natural and so caring,” said Jennifer Miller, the Campus School’s marketing manager. “He couldn’t have been more down to earth. He was fully, fully engaged with our students—they were absolutely the priority—but he was so friendly towards the staff as well.”
Hundreds of BC undergraduate and graduate students have been volunteers and teaching assistants at the Campus School, which was founded in 1970. Last year, a former volunteer’s mother, who knew the Holland family well, called Miller and recommended the Campus School apply for a grant from The Brother’s Trust, which supports nonprofits that “struggle to be heard,” the school said in its news release.
People around Boston have spotting celebrities — Zendaya and Robert Pattinson were seen around town for a reported A24 movie shoot, even popping in to a local pottery shop to unwind.
Last month, The Campus School was awarded a $25,000 grant that will be used to purchase assistive technology as well as a ceiling lift for physical therapy exercises.
The private, publicly funded, special education day school is located within the Lynch School of Education and Human Development on the Boston College campus. The Campus School benefits from innovative research in special education, graduate student Teacher Assistants, a thriving University-wide volunteer program, and meaningful relationships with Boston College athletes and teams, according to the school’s website.
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Boston Celtics prediction, odds, best bets for NBA today
The Minnesota Timberwolves will face off against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden today at 3:30 p.m. EST. Led by superstars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics are strong favorites in this contest; our data model gives them a 73% chance of winning. However, we expect it to be closer than the oddsmakers believe, and have selected Timberwolves +8 (-108) as today’s best bet.
In preparation for this game between Eastern Conference contenders, the data analysts at Dimers have simulated the matchup 10,000 times, then compared the results to current NBA odds to inform the data-driven betting insights below.
This preview includes Dimers’ best bets and predicted scoreline for the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Boston Celtics. To unlock Dimers’ full suite of data-driven betting insights, which includes daily props, trends, and parlays, sign up for Dimers Pro with promo code SYRACUSE10, which will save you 10% off your first subscription payment.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics betting preview
Led by star players such as Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, and Naz Reid, the Timberwolves are aiming to beat a Celtics side that boasts Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White.
Explore the interactive widget below to discover the latest spread, total, and moneyline betting odds and probabilities for the Timberwolves-Celtics matchup at TD Garden.
Check out all the important details on tonight’s game, as well as the best odds sourced from the top sportsbooks in the country, including Bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM.
Game details
The key information you need before the Timberwolves vs. Celtics NBA game.
Odds
Odds for the key markets in the Timberwolves-Celtics NBA game.
- Spread: Timberwolves +8 (-108), Celtics -8 (-108)
- Moneyline: Timberwolves +270, Celtics -330
- Total: Over/Under 222.5 (-108/-110)
The odds and lines presented in this article are the best available from selected sports betting site at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Expert prediction: Timberwolves vs. Celtics
Utilizing trusted data analysis and machine learning, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Sunday’s Timberwolves vs. Celtics matchup.
According to Dimers’ famous predictive analytics model, the Celtics are more likely to defeat the Timberwolves at TD Garden. This prediction is based on the model giving the Celtics a 73% chance of winning the game.
Furthermore, Dimers predicts that the Timberwolves (+8) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 222.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
As always, these predictions and probabilities are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to potential changes.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics best bet
Our top pick for the Timberwolves vs. Celtics game on Sunday is to bet on the Timberwolves +8 (-108).
This expert betting advice is formulated through detailed modeling and valuable wagering intelligence, designed to bring you the best possible plays.
Score prediction for Timberwolves vs. Celtics
Dimers’ predicted final score for the Minnesota vs. Boston game on Sunday has the Celtics winning 114-107.
This expert prediction is based on each team’s average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.
NBA player props: Sunday
NBA player prop bets offer an enjoyable way to place wagers on the Minnesota vs. Boston matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game.
Dimers, armed with the most reliable information available, projects key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds, and assists.
Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the way for the Timberwolves with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. For the Celtics, Jayson Tatum is projected to have 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics prop picks
To get a better idea of how each player might impact the game, here is a breakdown of the projected box scores for both teams:
Minnesota Timberwolves prediction
- Anthony Edwards: 25 PTS, 6 REB, 5 AST, 3 3PT
- Julius Randle: 23 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST, 2 3PT
- Naz Reid: 14 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 2 3PT
- Rudy Gobert: 13 PTS, 10 REB, 2 AST, 0 3PT
- Jaden McDaniels: 13 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 2 3PT
Boston Celtics prediction
- Jayson Tatum: 24 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST, 3 3PT
- Jaylen Brown: 23 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST, 2 3PT
- Derrick White: 15 PTS, 5 REB, 4 AST, 3 3PT
- Al Horford: 12 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST, 2 3PT
- Jrue Holiday: 11 PTS, 4 REB, 4 AST, 2 3PT
NBA Sunday: Timberwolves vs. Celtics
Get ready for Sunday’s game between the Timberwolves and Celtics in the NBA at TD Garden, which is scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. EST. We emphasize that all of the NBA best bets and NBA predictions in this article are derived from 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Timberwolves vs. Celtics matchup, and they are accurate at the time of publishing to help you make more informed choices when placing bets at online sportsbooks.
Please note that when engaging in online betting, it is important to exercise responsible gambling practices and seek reputable sources for accurate and up-to-date information.
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