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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Austin Reaves Believes Lakers Got Better While Retaining Core This Offseason

One of the biggest keys to the offseason in the eyes of Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka was to retain Austin Reaves...

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Lakers News: Colin Castleton Focused On Gaining Weight & Improving Jump Shot This Offseason

After going undrafted out of Florida, Colin Castleton signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers shortly after...

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Lakers News: Warriors’ Stephen Curry Describes Relationship With LeBron James As ‘Complex’

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry have had their fair share of postseason battles...

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Lakers Video: HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ Releases Another Trailer For Season 2 Ahead Of Aug. 6 Release Date

Last summer, HBO debuted a new original series named 'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty,' a fictional drama...

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Lakers News: Cole Swider Praises Max Christie’s Work Ethic

Last year's second round draft pick of the Los Angeles Lakers Max Christie was able to showcase his talent and upside...

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Lakers News: Mike Krzyzewski Speaks To How Great Kobe Bryant & LeBron James Were As Teammates On Team USA

Since the tragic passing of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, there have been former and current players and coaches...

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Believes LeBron James Can Play Until Age 50

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has completed 20 NBA season and now confirmed he is coming back for his 21st...

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Bruce Brown: Lakers Western Conference Finals Series Felt ‘Personal’ To Nikola Jokic & Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2023 postseason journey was a roller coaster as after a nail-biting Play-In Tournament victory...

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Lakers Rumors: Anthony Davis Expected To Sign Extension Before Training Camp

The Los Angeles Lakers handled their free agency shopping well and while there is still one more roster spot to be filled, the main focus is shifting towards Anthony Davis, who will be available for an extension in August. Currently,…

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Maxwell Lewis’ Dad Robert ‘Still In Shock’ To See Son Drafted By Hometown Lakers

Leading up to the 2023 NBA Draft, there was a lot of speculation on what the Los Angeles Lakers would do...

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