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: LeBron James Explains Why He Fell In Love With Golf

At 40-years-old, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is beginning to seriously evaluate how much longer he can continue playing. Entering his 23rd season, James' time in the NBA is expected to come to an end soon, but not just…

Lakers News: LeBron James Lays Out Post-Retirement Goals

It was an eventful summer for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as he made noise upon opting into the final year of his contract. Despite entering his 23rd season, James expressed a desire to compete for another championship before…

Pau Gasol Praises Buss Family For Historic Run With Lakers

No team has a history like the Los Angeles Lakers and Pau Gasol was one of those players who made their mark winning championships in the organization. Gasol formed a dynamic duo with Kobe Bryant after being acquired in 2008…

Tracy McGrady Doubles Down On Take About Winning Titles With Shaquille O’Neal If He Replaced Kobe Bryant

A notable time in the Los Angeles Lakers' history was when Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal joined forces. They were a dynamic duo that dominated and accomplished the rare feat of winning three championships in a row, being the last…

Lakers Rumors: L.A. Hoped Andrew Nembhard Fell To Them In 2022 NBA Draft

In last year's NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers had a handful of perimeter defenders who could knock down 3-pointers at a high clip. Andrew Nembhard for Indiana is making a name for himself as an upper…

Luka Doncic Sets Goal For Lakers’ 2025-26 Season

Despite making substantial roster improvements this summer, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are not projected by many to be among the upper echelon of championship contenders in a loaded Western Conference. By all accounts, the Lakers had a…

Tracy McGrady Believes LeBron James Would Be GOAT If He Played In Triangle Offense

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has reached uncharted territory as he is continuing to play productive basketball at 40-years-old, which is unheard of but a credit to the work he has put in over the years to remain at…

Lakers Video: Jaylen Brown Credits Kobe Bryant As Motivation For Starting Shoe Brand

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was an inspiration to many due to his on-court performances, but no one got to see how he was going to succeed off the floor. As a five-time champion, Bryant was successful throughout his…

Lakers News: Magic Johnson Chooses Michael Jordan Over LeBron James In GOAT Debate

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson is one of the most popular figures in basketball of all-time and remains involved in the organization decades after his retirement from playing. The former point guard put the purple and gold on the…

FIBA EuroBasket 2025: Luka Doncic & Slovenia To Take On Germany In Quarterfinals

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Slovenia will have a rematch against Germany in the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 quarterfinals on Wednesday at 11 a.m. PT Notably, these two teams squared off early in exhibition play and the Germans came…