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 Shares Praise For Hornets Rookie Brandon Miller

The Los Angeles Lakers closed out their six-game Grammy Trip on Monday against Brandon Miller and the Charlotte Hornets...

LeBron James: Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Had No Flaws In His Game

While the trade deadline is this week, there is another monumental event happening as the Los Angeles Lakers are set to unveil...

Darvin Ham: Lakers Can Compete At ‘High Level’ As Currently Constructed Despite Inconsistencies

Second year head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers Darvin Ham has experienced a fair share of challenges in his short tenure...

Lakers News: Pau Gasol To Coach In Rising Stars Game During All-Star Weekend For Second Straight Year

The 2024 NBA All-Star weekend is approaching fast, beginning on Feb. 18 and taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana...

Lakers Vs. Hornets Preview: Looking To Close Road Trip On High Note

The Los Angeles Lakers close out their six-game road trip against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, looking to head home...

Lakers News: LeBron James Announces Partnership With DraftKings

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is a billionaire and is well-equipped in the business world, always looking to advance...

Lakers Vs. Knicks Preview: LeBron James & Anthony Davis Return

The Los Angeles Lakers are nearing the end of their six-game road trip, but first they take on the New York Knicks on Saturday night...

Lakers News: Marc Gasol Announces Retirement From Basketball

After winning the championship in 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to make some changes at the center position...

Lakers News: Darvin Ham Responds To Christian Wood’s ‘Lol’ Tweet

Things are not improving for the Los Angeles Lakers and head coach Darvin Ham as they have fallen below .500 again...

D’Angelo Russell: Deciding When To Take Lakers Players Out Of Blowout Is ‘Coach’s Decision’

Coming off a double overtime thrilling win against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday, D'Angelo Russell and the Los Angeles Lakers...