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 News: D’Angelo Russell Donates $100,000 For Louisville Park Upgrades

D'Angelo Russell has become a fan-favorite for the Los Angeles Lakers, especially with his sensational play since the trade deadline...

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LeBron James: Lakers Cannot Overlook Below .500 Teams On Road Trip

This is the last extended time away from home for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers as they are halfway through a six-game...

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Anthony Davis Explains Why Loss To Pacers Was Wasted Opportunity For Lakers

Wednesday featured a rematch between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers, which marked the return of Anthony Davis...

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Lakers Video: Anthony Davis’ Parents Asked Shaquille O’Neal To ‘Stay On Our Boy’

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has been the face of a ton of criticism on social media due to his injury history...

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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura Got ‘Flashbacks’ From Postseason With 32-Point Performance Against Grizzlies

After a superb postseason, Rui Hachimura quickly proved his worth and became a key role player for the Los Angeles Lakers...

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LeBron James Happy To Bring Energy For Lakers To Beat Grizzlies In Second Game Of Back-To-Back

With the Los Angeles Lakers embarking on a crucial six-game road trip, it is imperative to pick up as many wins as possible...

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Lakers Vs. Grizzlies Preview: LeBron James Returns, Anthony Davis Out

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to build on their momentum heading into Memphis to take on the Grizzlies for the second game...

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Continuing To Preach ‘Be Himself’ To Spencer Dinwiddie

With Gabe Vincent missing for the majority of the season, the Los Angeles Lakers turned to signing Spencer Dinwiddie to fill that void...

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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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