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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Lakers Rumors: Pelicans Expected To Take 2025 First-Round Draft Pick Instead Of 2024

The Los Angeles Lakers made a big swing for Anthony Davis in 2019 to pair him alongside LeBron James with the hope of bringing...

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Rui Hachimura Describes Mood In Lakers Locker Room Following Loss To Warriors

Ever since Rui Hachimura was implemented into the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Lakers, it resulted in a multitude...

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Lakers News: Spencer Dinwiddie Discusses Deflating Nature Of Warriors’ 3-Point Shooting

Tuesday night's final home game of the regular season for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors had massive...

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Darvin Ham: Austin Reaves Prides Himself On Being Two-Way Player For Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has shown improvements during his time with the team, developing into a reliable...

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Jaxson Hayes Signed With Lakers To Play With Stars & Doesn’t Regret It

A priority for the Los Angeles Lakers this past offseason was to add some center depth behind Anthony Davis in case...

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Raves About Gabe Vincent’s Impact

The Los Angeles Lakers had to embark on most of the season without key defensive personnel in Gabe Vincent...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Credits Defense In Win Over Cavaliers

As the regular season winds down, every game matters for Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Has ‘Absolutely’ Thought About Playing In March Madness

With his 21st campaign nearing a close, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has established that he can still play at a high level...

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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura Enjoyed Returning To Washington For First Time

Wednesday marked the first time Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura returned to Washington D.C. to face his former team...

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Darvin Ham To Talk With Lakers Young Players After Needing To Put Starters Back In Against Wizards

Heading into the finale of a six-game road trip, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham had to make sure his team was ready...

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