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: Darvin Ham Allowed Players To Give Feedback During Film Session

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham has found himself in the rumor mill the past couple of days amid...

Dylan Windler’s Shooting, Size & Athleticism Stood Out For Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham

The Los Angeles Lakers recently made some roster changes with their two-way slots, notably signing guard/forward Dylan Windler...

Lakers News: Christian Wood Credits Darvin Ham For Ignoring Criticism

As the Los Angeles Lakers spiraled out of control the past couple of weeks, rumors began to surround head coach...

Malik Beasley Turned Down More Money From Lakers To Sign With Bucks

Last season's heroic climb from the bottom of the Western Conference to the Play-In Tournament was special for the Los Angeles Lakers...

Jarred Vanderbilt Hasn’t Lost Belief That Lakers Are Championship Contenders

The losing ways are still haunting the Los Angeles Lakers as they haven't been able to get out of their way in recent weeks...

Lakers Rumors: Some Within Organization Wanted To Select Jaime Jaquez Jr. In 2023 NBA Draft

When the Los Angeles Lakers were granted the No. 17 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, there was a lot of speculation on whether...

Max Christie: Lakers Need Improved Shooting & Togetherness

Some may have expected to see a different Los Angeles Lakers team to begin 2024, especially with the beginning of a five-game...

Lakers News: LeBron James Ranked No. 1 In NBA’s 2023 Social Views

Ever since entering the NBA in 2004, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has had the spotlight on him at...

Lakers News: Anthony Davis Ranked No. 11 In NBA’s 2023 Social Views

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis went into the 2023-24 season with lofty expectations after the dominant...

Heat Vs. Lakers Preview: D’Angelo Russell & Rui Hachimura Out In First Game Of 2024

The Los Angeles Lakers play their first game of the new year on Wednesday against the Miami Heat, which begins a five-game...