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: Colin Castleton Provides Update On Jalen Hood-Schifino’s Recovery

With the Los Angeles Lakers preparing for a new era with LeBron James nearing the end of his career, they will have to bring...

Lakers Video: Paul Pierce Blasts L.A. For Hanging In-Season Tournament Banner

Unfortunately, the Boston Celtics, arch-rivals of the Los Angeles Lakers, won their 18th championship this year...

Lakers Rumors: L.A. Could Revisit Trade For All-Star Guard

Every offseason is an important one for the Los Angeles Lakers, but this one is is especially due to LeBron James looming...

Lakers Video: Carmelo Anthony Shares Story Of Kobe Bryant Going At JJ Redick In Team USA Practice

After months of searching for a new head coach, the Los Angeles Lakers landed on ESPN's analyst JJ Redick to fill this position...

Lakers News: Derek Fisher Details His First Interaction With Jerry West

Since Jerry West's passing, many of current and former Los Angeles Lakers players are speaking out sharing their thoughts...

Lakers News: Bronny James Wants To Go Somewhere Where He Can Develop

With the NBA Draft being less than a week away on June 26 and 27, an intriguing name that is gaining traction...

Lakers News: Colin Castleton Spent Offseason Working On 3-Point Shooting

An underrated part of the Los Angeles Lakers development plan is signing undrafted players after the NBA Draft...

Lakers News: Derek Fisher Views JJ Redick’s Media Presence As Useful For Head Coaching Job

With the 2024 NBA Draft just around the corner, the Los Angeles Lakers are still looking for a head coach...

Lakers Video: Anthony Davis Reveals LeBron James Is Professional Madden Player

After joining the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018, LeBron James played a key role in pushing the organization to acquire Anthony Davis...

Lakers News: Warriors’ Draymond Green Shares Hilarious Kobe Bryant Trash-Talk Story

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant became one of the most prolific scorers ever during his 20-year career...