Matt Borelli

Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Lakers as a staff writer for Lakers Nation and holds similar responsibilities for Dodger Blue, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Dodgers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. Among Matt's all-time favorite Lakers moments include Kobe Bryant's 60-point performance over the Utah Jazz in his final NBA game, and Derek Fisher's game-winning buzzer-beater against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the 2004 Western Conference Semifinals. Follow Matt on Twitter: @mcborelli.
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Lakers News

Lakers News: Kobe Bryant ‘Needed’ Shaquille O’Neal To Win NBA Championship After Trade To Heat

The dominant duo of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal helped propel the Los Angeles Lakers to three consecutive...

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Lakers Vs. Celtics Preview: L.a. Looks To Snap Boston’s Nine-game Winning Streak
Lakers News

Kyrie Irving Credits Kobe Bryant For Guiding Him Through Trade Rumors

The NBA landscape was dramatically altered last offseason when Kyrie Irving expressed his unhappiness with the...

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NBA News

LeBron James: Los Angeles Is ‘Perfect Place’ To Host NBA All-Star Weekend

The 67th edition of the NBA All-Star Game took place at Staples Center on Sunday, marking the league-record sixth...

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Gameday

NBA All-Star Game: Team LeBron And Team Stephen Rosters, Preview & TV Info

The 67th edition of the NBA All-Star Game tips off on Sunday at Staples Center at 5 p.m. PT. It's the sixth time Los...

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Lakers News

Lakers News: Channing Frye Had Successful Laparoscopic Appendectomy, Will Be Re-Evaluated Next Week

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that forward Channing Frye had a successful Laparoscopic Appendectomy on Friday night in Cleveland, Ohio...

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Lakers News

Rob Pelinka Hopeful Lakers Can Use Momentum For Run At Making Playoffs

Since the start of the new year, the Los Angeles Lakers have seen tremendous growth from their young core, and...

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Video

Lakers Video: Isaiah Thomas And Channing Frye Meet New Teammates, Participate In First Shootaround

The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a stunning blockbuster trade on Thursday, sending Jordan Clarkson and Larry...

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Lakers News

Lakers News: Larry Nance Jr. Thanks Organization, Teammates And Fans In Farewell Post

The Los Angeles Lakers made headlines on Thursday by trading Jordan Clarkson and Larry Nance Jr. to the Cleveland...

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Gameday

Lakers Vs. Thunder TV Info & Preview: Paul George Returns To Staples Center For Final Time This Season

In the midst of their best stretch since 2013, the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder will match up for...

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Rumors

Lakers Trade Rumors: ’50-50′ Chance Jordan Clarkson Or Julius Randle Are Moved Prior To NBA Trade Deadline

With NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching, the Los Angeles Lakers figure to be one of the more intriguing teams...

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