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: Optimism Christian Wood Will Return Within Two Weeks

Heading into the 2023 offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers targeted reliable centers to back up Anthony Davis...

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Pau Gasol Emphasizes Need For Lakers To Get Healthy To Make Postseason Run

While it has been a disappointing season for the Los Angeles Lakers, there are still people who believe in this team...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Kept Up With Gameday Routine During All-Star Break

The re-emergence of D'Angelo Russell after a rough shooting month in December has helped the Los Angeles Lakers get back on track...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Ranks No. 3 In Jersey Sales For First Half Of 2023-24 Season

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is entering the final years of his career, but remarkably, he can still play at a high level...

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Austin Reaves Discusses How Lakers Can Keep Momentum Going Out Of All-Star Break

The Los Angeles Lakers won six of their last seven heading into the All-Star break and a major part of that was the offense firing...

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Lakers Video: Spencer Dinwiddie Shares Favorite Kobe Bryant Moments

Spencer Dinwiddie is the newest member of the Los Angeles Lakers, signing with the team after being waived by the Toronto Raptors...

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Lakers News: Suns’ Kevin Durant Believes LeBron James’ Longevity Is Standard For Greatness

LeBron James has truly stood the test of time with his ability to maintain his high level of play in his 21st season in the NBA...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Points To Injury Concerns For Lack Of Competitiveness In All-Star Game

Anthony Davis and LeBron James represented the Los Angeles Lakers this past weekend at the 2024 NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Credits Spencer Dinwiddie For Helping Maturation Process

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired D'Angelo Russell last February, he came back to L.A. as an entirely different player...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Will Play For Team USA In 2024 Olympics If Asked

Anthony Davis is on a tear this season for the Los Angeles Lakers and in the mix for Defensive Player of the Year...

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