Matthew Valento

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Matthew Valento is a senior at Boise State University with a major in integrated media and strategic communications and a minor in journalism. He grew up in Santa Clarita, California and played basketball at Saugus High School. Along with writing for LakersNation.com, Matthew also hosts a basketball podcast called, "The Basketball Maestros." Contact: MattV@MediumLargeLA.com Twitter: @matthewvalento Instagram: matthew.valento
Taurean Prince, Lakers, Nuggets

Taurean Prince Talks About How Lakers’ Bench Can Produce More

The bench production for the Los Angeles Lakers certainly has been lacking in the postseason, and that goes back to…
Jarred Vanderbilt, LeBron James, Lakers

LeBron James: Jarred Vanderbilt’s Potential Return Would Bring ‘Energy’ To Lakers

A player that the Los Angeles Lakers are desperately missing is Jarred Vanderbilt, who always provides a ton of energy and hustle…
Anthony Davis, Darvin Ham, Lakers

Darvin Ham Disagrees With Anthony Davis’ Comments About Lakers Not Knowing What They’re Doing At Times

This is now the second postseason appearance for Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham as he tries to replicate last season’s…
Magic Johnson, Lakers

Magic Johnson Was Too ‘Devastated’ To Tweet Following Lakers’ Game 2 Loss Against Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has maintained an interest in the team since his playing days, going as far as partaking…
Darvin Ham, Lakers, Nuggets

Darvin Ham: Lakers Will Be Better From Game 2 Buzzer-Beating Loss To Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham is running out of solutions for beating the Denver Nuggets, as his team has now lost…
James Worthy, Lakers

Lakers Video: James Worthy & Robert Horry Have Strong Criticism After Game 2 Loss To Nuggets

Spectrum SportsNet, the television home of the Los Angeles Lakers, has one of the best crews in the league, featuring legends…
Trae Young, Hawks

Lakers Rumors: Continued ‘Serious Interest’ In Hawks’ Trae Young

The Los Angeles Lakers are known to chase stars and win championships, making them one of the most prestigious franchises…
Anthony Davis, Aaron Gordon, Lakers, Nuggets

Lakers Vs. Nuggets Preview: Looking To Steal Game 1 Of Playoffs On Road

The first round of the NBA Playoffs is here for the Los Angeles Lakers after they battled through the Play-In Tournament…
LeBron James, Lakers

LeBron James: Lakers Are Healthy & Have Figured Out Rotations Going Into Postseason

The depth of the Los Angeles Lakers has been a talking point for the team heading into this season, with the front office giving…
Austin Reaves, Jamal Murray, Lakers, Nuggets

Lakers News: Austin Reaves ‘Super Excited’ For Rematch Against Nuggets

After securing a Play-In Tournament win against the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers…