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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Darvin Ham: Lakers Understand Need To Take Care Of Own Business To Climb Standings

Since taking the job last season, Darvin Ham is experiencing two whirlwind seasons as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Praises Cam Reddish’s Defense On 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey

Injuries to key defensive personnel have been hurting the Los Angeles Lakers since returning from the All-Star break...

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Lakers News: Max Christie Learned Importance Of Recovery From LeBron James

After getting selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2022 NBA Draft, Max Christie came into a positive learning environment...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Explains How He Improved On Catch-And-Shoot Attempts

A key adjustment for Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell is learning how to play off star players...

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Austin Reaves: Rui Hachimura Barely Talked After First Joining Lakers But Now Has Built Close Friendship

Two of the biggest performers last postseason for the Los Angeles Lakers outside of LeBron James and Anthony Davis...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Thinks It’s ‘Weird’ That Rajon Rondo Isn’t Coaching

In LeBron James' second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Davis came into town via trade...

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Lakers News: Max Christie Takes Inspiration From D’Angelo Russell’s Mental Approach To Each Game

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for possibly another appearance in the Play-In Tournament, every game is crucial...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis & D’Angelo Russell Noticing LeBron James Locked In For Final Stretch

Despite being 39-years-old, LeBron James is still playing with tons of energy as he knows what is at stake for the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Reveals Advice From Kobe Bryant On Changing Narratives

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired D'Angelo Russell last February, general manager Rob Pelinka got to see the adult...

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Hawks’ Quin Snyder Reveals Advice To Darvin Ham After Taking Lakers Job

Two summers ago, the Los Angeles Lakers took a chance on Darvin Ham, who never had a head coaching job but made the rounds...

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