Matthew Valento

Matthew Valento graduated from 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
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Nick Young: ‘Snitch’ D’Angelo Russell Let Lakers Down In Playoffs

After initially drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2015, D'Angelo Russell became a key piece of their rebuild...

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Lakers Rumors: Stephen A. Smith Believes Mavericks Could Draft Bronny James

An intriguing prospect that will continue to gain traction throughout the NBA Draft Combine is Bronny James...

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Lakers Rumors: L.A. At ‘Front Of The Line’ For Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell Should He Ask For Trade

A burning question facing the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason is whether or not should they pursue a third star...

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Lakers Rumors: Rich Paul Telling Teams Drafting Bronny Will Not Result In LeBron James Signing

As the NBA Draft looms on June 27, one of the more intriguing prospects is Bronny James, the son of Los Angeles Lakers star...

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Lakers Rumors: Head Coaching Interviews To Begin With Candidates Organization Is Less Familiar With

The first important offseason task for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason is finding a new head coach who can get them back...

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Releasing Rigorer AR1 Signature Shoes In ‘Hillbilly Bogey’ Colorway

Austin Reaves has gained a lot of popularity throughout his time with the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Explains Why He Won’t Start Shooting More 3-Pointers

As time passed and he got older, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James had to adjust his game to the new era...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Changing Up Offseason Routine To Get Ready For Paris Olympics

After being eliminated in the first round by the Denver Nuggets, there is no rest for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James...

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Austin Reaves Enjoyed Being Around Lakers Teammates & Believes They’ll Be Even Better In 2024-25

Whenever the Los Angeles Lakers have an early exit from the postseason, there is a lot of noise surrounding who should...

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LeBron James Shares High Praise For Nuggets’ Michael Porter Jr. After Hurting Lakers In Playoffs

Coming into the first round of the postseason, the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James earned themselves a rematch...

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