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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This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Named Unanimous MVP Of 2000 NBA Finals Following Game 6 Victory Over Pacers

Following a Game 5 loss to the Indiana Pacers, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to Staples Center needing one more...

Lakers News: Paul Pierce Saw Michael Jordan’s Reflection When Matching Up With Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers to five NBA championships during his Hall of Fame playing career that spanned two decades. Bryant guided the Lakers to three consecutive NBA Finals appearances from 2008-2010, which included two matchups against the…

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Breaks Record During Sweep Of Nets In 2002 NBA Finals

After cruising to a quick 3-0 lead over the New Jersey Nets in the 2002 NBA Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers found...

This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Scores 30 Points In Game 6 Win Against Celtics In 1984 NBA Finals

On June 10, 1984, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to redeem themselves against the rival Boston Celtics in a win...

Lakers News: Don Nelson Wore Luka Doncic Nike Shoes To Protest Mavericks’ Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers completed one of the biggest trades in professional sports history earlier this year when they acquired five-time All-Star Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks. The move changed the landscape of the NBA for years, if not…

Lakers News: LeBron James Congratulates Coco Gauff After French Open Win

The 2025 French Open women's final took place on Saturday in Paris, which saw Coco Gauff defeat the No. 1 ranked Aryna Sabalenka to win her second Grand Slam singles title. Gauff mounted a stunning comeback to knock off Sabalenka,…

Lakers Video: LeBron James Explains Why Kids Don’t Need Basketball Trainers

Even at the age of 40, LeBron James continues to play basketball at a high level for the Los Angeles Lakers. The four-time NBA champion just completed his seventh season with the team and put up impressive numbers in nearly…

This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Surpasses Jerry West As NBA All-Time Leading Playoffs Scorer

For the second consecutive season, the NBA Finals comprised of the best rivalry in the league with the Los Angeles Lakers...

This Day In Lakers History: L.A. Records 11th Consecutive Win In 1989 NBA Playoffs With Sweep Of Suns

On May 28, 1989, the Los Angeles Lakers carried a 10-game playoff winning streak into Game 4 of the NBA Western...

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Believes 2020 Lakers Would Have Won More Championships If Roster Stayed Together

The 2019-20 NBA season will go down as one of the most unique ever, with the Los Angeles Lakers defeating the Miami Heat inside the Orlando bubble to capture their 17th championship in franchise history. The Lakers roster was headlined…