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: LeBron James & Anthony Davis Advocated For Austin Reaves To Make Roster In 2021-22

Austin Reaves had an inspiring journey to the NBA, originally being an undrafted guard and now cashing in on a four-year, $56 million...

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Lakers News: Novak Djokovic Shows Appreciation For LeBron James’ Career Longevity

When Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James came into the league, the amount of media coverage and attention was one of a kind...

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Austin Reaves Believes Christian Wood Brings Versatility To Lakers’ Roster

The seemingly perfect offseason got even better with the Los Angeles Lakers recently signing free agent center Christian Wood to...

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Patrick Beverley Was Not A Fan Of Russell Westbrook Coming Off Bench For Lakers In 2022-23

Right as the final buzzer sounded after the regular season finale for the 2021-22 season, it was reported that Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers Rumors: Early Expectation Is Christian Wood Will Come Off Bench For L.A.

It was a long and exhausting process for Los Angeles Lakers fans awaiting to see who would be signed for the 14th roster spot...

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Lakers News: Dennis Schroder Looking Forward To Rematch With Austin Reaves In FIBA World Cup Semifinals

The FIBA World Cup has been a fun and exhilarating experience for Team USA and all the young players involved...

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Lakers Video: Leaked Audio Of LeBron James Motivating Kobe Bryant During 2008 Olympic Gold Medal Game

The 2008 Olympics were vital for Team USA coming off a bronze medal finish in 2004. The USA Basketball program was in need...

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Hosting Basketball Camp In L.A.

It has been a whirlwind of a year for Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves, seeing the benefits of being in the spotlight...

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Lakers News: Colin Castleton & Alex Fudge Discuss Chemistry With One Another After Playing At Florida

While the Los Angeles Lakers organization is historical and settles for nothing less than championships, it is always intriguing...

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Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Wanted To Give LeBron James Space When Deciding On Potential Retirement

The Los Angeles Lakers exceeded a lot of expectations last season coming in as the seventh seed fighting for a playoff spot...

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