Latest news with #Twitte
Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Blind date: ‘I learned that he spent the weekend breathing fire — literally'
NICK S.: 27 / software engineer His interests: Board games, mixology, and fire breathing, the performance art that deals with the manipulation of flames What makes him a catch: He's willing to try new things. 7 p.m. Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar, Cambridge Initial Igniting Rielly My best friend reads this section of The Boston Globe and we finally agreed to fill out the application. Nick I had vaguely heard about this column before from friends/parents. This seemed like a fun excuse to try a new restaurant. Rielly I got ready and tried not to think about what I was doing. I was nervous but excited. Advertisement Nick I played some Rielly He was early, I was right on time. [He wore] glasses and a fun patterned button-up shirt. Looked like he put some effort into the outfit, which is always appreciated. Nick Rielly was wearing a fun white shirt that had little white tassels, and looked nice and put-together with her jeans, straight hair, and smile. Low Flame Rielly We talked about his hobby/passion of mixology and what drinks would be the best, and about how we both got in this situation. I learned that he spent the weekend breathing fire — literally [as a participant at a fire arts convention]. Nick I learned that her father also asks the waiter/waitress for what they recommend on the menu, and we used the waiter's recommendations paired with our tastes to pick tapas to split. Advertisement Rielly We talked about our careers, backgrounds, hobbies, travel, etc. He is adventurous, busy, and very intelligent. Nick We talked about life, hobbies, and family. I learned about her recent trip to Europe. Rielly We ordered a few tapas and a shared larger plate. We both got cocktails. Nick We split cauliflower, ham and cheese croquettes, empanadas, ribs, and ropa vieja. The tapas were fantastic. Overall one of the better restaurants I've been to in Boston. Rielly I definitely got more comfortable as the date went on. He was easy to talk to and asked plenty of questions. I got a sense of maturity with personality/humor. Overall, the conversation flowed pretty easily. Nick Rielly is a genuine and kind person who was an active listener, which made the conversation flow smoothly throughout the night. Our views on how to experience life stood out the most to me. Warm Vibes Rielly We were there for about 2½ hours. I was ready to head home. Nick The restaurant was closing up so we meandered outside while waiting for her Uber. Rielly He waited with me, which was appreciated. We hugged goodbye. There was not a kissing vibe. Nick I feel like [a hug is] generally appropriate for a date that went well but there wasn't a particularly strong romantic attraction. Second Date? Rielly I am not sure. Nick Probably. I rarely feel a strong romantic attraction to someone on a first date, and find the second/third dates to be more telling. Advertisement Grading the Date Rielly / B+ Nick / A- Go on a blind date. We'll pick up the tab. Fill out an application at . Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @dinnerwithcupid.
USA Today
17-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Bruce Pearl talks Tahaad Pettiford's NBA future, Auburn's push for transfer portal big man
Bruce Pearl talks Tahaad Pettiford's NBA future, Auburn's push for transfer portal big man Pearl addressed the two storylines that are occupying Auburn fans' minds currently during a fundraising event this week. Auburn basketball head coach Bruce Pearl recently provided an update on two key storylines that have raised concern across the Auburn fanbase. Pearl spoke with the media during the Jimmy Rane Foundation's annual fundraiser banquet this week, where he updated the status of Auburn's "big man" pursuit and Tahaad Pettiford's status for the NBA draft. Auburn added JUCO center Emeka Opurum this offseason, and could use Mississippi State transfer Keshawn Murphy as a center if needed. However, Pearl feels that adding one more player, especially in that role, will round out his roster for next season. He says that he feels that he is close to landing his "big man." "I'm confident that we're going to have one more good big," Pearl said (via Auburn Undercover). "We think we've got an opportunity.' Auburn has hosted several key names, most recently Louisville transfer James Scott. However, Scott ultimately chose Ole Miss, leaving Auburn to go back to the drawing board. Most of the transfer portal centers have found new homes, but players such as Queens center Malcolm Wilson and Lafayette center Justin Vander Baan remain uncommitted. North Carolina's Ven-Allen Lubin and Northern Colorado's Isaiah Hawthorne also remain in the portal should Pearl elect to go the forward route to fill its needs. The other major headline that Pearl discussed was the limbo of Tahaad Pettiford's status. Pettiford turned heads at the NBA draft combine this week, most notably when he scored 23 points and posted eight assists during the scrimmage portion of the event. Pettiford has stated that he will return to Auburn if his evaluation does not turn first round results, and Pearl says that he is working on a plan to fill Pettiford's shoes should he depart the Plains after one season. Pearl says that fans can bet on Pettiford having a larger role in the starting rotation if he returns. "If he decides to come back to Auburn, we'll be a lot better team," Pearl said. "If he came back, there would be more on him. And I think he's looking forward to that possibility — that I'm going to ask him to do a little bit more, so he can show out a little bit more." Auburn competed in the second Final Four in program history last season and will look to return for the third time in the Pearl era this season. However, a challenge will be present as Pearl looks to replace his entire starting five, as well as the possibility of replacing Pettiford, a vital bench player for the Tigers. The picture will become clearer once Auburn lands its final transfer portal piece and Pettiford makes his decision regarding his future. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Taylor on Twitter @TaylorJones__
USA Today
28-01-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Marquette at Butler odds, picks and predictions
Skip Snow USA TODAY Sports The Marquette Golden Eagles (17-3, 8-1 Big East) and Butler Bulldogs (9-11, 2-7) tussle in a Tuesday contest in Indianapolis. The opening tip from Hinkle Fieldhouse will be at 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's college basketball odds around the Marquette vs. Butlerodds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions. Marquette, tabbed ninth in the USA TODAY Sports Men's Basketball Coaches Poll, lost at Dayton Dec. 14. Since then, the Golden Eagles have gone 8-1, including 4-0 on the road. They head to Butler off a Friday home win against Villanova, winning 87-74 as 9.5-point favorites with the Over (142.5) hitting. G Stevie Mitchell scored 21 points, tying a career-high, while G Chase Ross added 18 as Marquette beat 'Nova for an eighth consecutive time. Butler suffered 4 straight home losses, which were part of an overall 9-game losing streak from Dec. 7-Jan. 11. But the Bulldogs have won their last 2 home games, including its last outing -- an 86-69 win Saturday vs. DePaul as 6-point favorites with the Over (143.5) cashing. F Pierre Brooks II scored a career-high 29 points with 13 rebounds. Stream select live college basketball games and full replays:Get ESPN+ Marquette at Butler odds Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 11:53 p.m. ET. Expert NFL playoff picks: Unique data and betting insights only at USA TODAY Moneyline: Marquette -285 (bet $285 to win $100) | Butler +225 (bet $100 to win $225) Marquette -285 (bet $285 to win $100) | Butler +225 (bet $100 to win $225) Against the spread (ATS): Marquette -6.5 (-115) | Butler +6.5 (-105) Marquette -6.5 (-115) | Butler +6.5 (-105) Over/Under (O/U): 146.5 (O: -115 | U: -105) Marquette at Butler picks and predictions Prediction Marquette 77, Butler 74 No interest. PASS. Marquette's last 2 games have been solid -- wins and covers -- but the previous 4 games were not too impressive as they went 0-4 ATS and 3-1 straight up. It was the end of a 2-9 ATS run -- in which they were 8-3 SU. Butler has played 7 Quad I games, going 5-2 ATS in those outings. That set of games includes Butler covering as a 14.5-point underdog in an 80-70 loss at Marquette Dec. 18. Peg the Bulldogs as being enough of a danger for notching 3's and free throws to keep this battle within 2 possessions. TAKE BUTLER +6.5 (-115). The Dec. 18 meeting tilted just past the 148.5 total to score an Over, and that snapped an Under streak of 5 in a row for the series. This matchup sets up for an average pace and a game with plenty of turnover/transition buckets, 3's and a decent number of Butler throws from the charity stripe. Butler averages 73.2 points per game, but 80.5 PPG over its last four. BET OVER 146.5 (-115). Play our free daily Pick'em Challenge and win! Play now! For more sports betting picks and tips, check out and BetFTW. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X andlike us on Facebook. College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group: Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Duke / Florida / Florida State / Georgia / Iowa / Kentucky / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / UCLA / USC / Washington / Wisconsin / Recruiting / Transfer portal / College Football Playoffs / College Sports Wire / High School More NCAA College Basketball Picks and Predictions! UCLA at USC odds, picks and predictions Iowa State at Arizona odds, picks and predictions Iowa at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions
