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: JJ Redick’s Work Ethic & Media Savvy Stand Out Compared To Darvin Ham

After only two seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, head coach Darvin Ham was ultimately relieved of his duties...

NBA GM Believes Lakers View Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen As ‘Dream Target’ On Trade Market

An intriguing target that could available this summer is Utah Jazz big man Lauri Markkanen, who has become a hot commodity...

Cavaliers Receive Permission To Interview Lakers Coaching Targets Micah Nori, Kenny Atkinson, James Borrego & Chris Quinn

The last two remaining NBA teams looking for a head coach are the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers...

Lakers News: Taurean Prince Prefers To Start Than Come Off Bench

This summer presents several tough decisions for the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to get back into contention...

Jaxson Hayes Calls Anthony Davis ‘Great Role Model’ During First Season With Lakers

After initially signing with the Los Angeles Lakers last summer, Jaxson Hayes came into a win-now environment for the first time...

Lakers News: Vince Carter Went To Kobe Bryant For Advice About Retirement

Retirement is not easy for NBA players, especially for stars that had countless years of dominance and possibly even championships...

Lakers News: Rasheed Wallace Believes L.A. Needs Veteran Head Coach

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the market for a head coach after parting ways with Darvin Ham this past season...

Lakers Rumors: Kyle Lowry Could Be Likely Free Agent Target For L.A.

This summer is crucial for Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, as he has limited time with this LeBron James...

Lakers News: Trevor Ariza Believes Kobe Bryant Is Best Player Ever & LeBron James Is ‘1B’

There are so many arguments to be made for the greatest player of all time with a lot of great players stepping foot in the NBA...

Lakers News: Metta World Peace Explains Name Change From Ron Artest

The Los Angeles Lakers won a championship in 2010 with a great supporting cast around stars Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol...