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: Lakers In ‘Good Spirits’ Following Back-To-Back Losses

The Los Angeles Lakers met their familiar foe the Denver Nuggets on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena with the hopes of a new season and head coach making a difference. In the first half, Austin Reaves came out firing and played…

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With Nuggets Visiting, LeBron James Acknowledges Every Game Is ‘Test’ For Lakers

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a stunning loss against a feisty Orlando Magic team, the first game their have dropped at Crypto.com Arena this season. However, there is no time to ponder as the Denver Nuggets come…

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Lakers Video: Anthony Davis Details Pregame Routine

It may be hard for some NBA players to find the motivation and willpower to play on a busy schedule in an 82-game season. However, Anthony Davis is the face of the Los Angeles Lakers and his team depends on…

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Nuggets Vs. Lakers Preview: Rui Hachimura Returns In First Postseason Rematch

The Los Angeles Lakers are back in action on Saturday night hosting the Denver Nuggets, who have won 12 of the last 13 meetings, including two postseasons series'. After beating Denver in the Western Conference Finals in 2020, the Nuggets…

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Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Still Confident Despite Garnering More Attention From Defenses

It has not taken long for rookie Dalton Knecht to make an immense impact for the Los Angeles Lakers, whether that be coming off the bench or starting. Currently, he is making a case to be a full-time starter due…

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Lakers News: Nike Unveils LeBron James Monopoly Board & Shoes

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is obviously known for his contributions on the basketball floor, but his impact off the court can often get overlooked. James is now worth over a billion dollars after to starting companies and having…

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Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Shooting Ball With Confidence

After a fairly impressive preseason, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht set himself up to be in the rotation from the get-go. Seeing how a lottery talent fell to L.A. at 17th spot in the NBA Draft, the 23-year-old was…

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Lakers News: JJ Redick Discusses Defensive Rebounding Struggles Against Pelicans

Heading into Saturday night, it felt like the Los Angeles Lakers were in for a trap game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Given how absurdly injured New Orleans is, head coach JJ Redick had to make sure his team came…

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Lakers News: JJ Redick ‘Really Happy’ For Max Christie After Strong Play Against Spurs

An early-season disappointment for the Los Angeles Lakers was Max Christie, who got rewarded with a new contract this past offseason. L.A. displayed their faith in Christie by giving him a four-year, $32 million contract and setting him up for…

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Lakers News: A.C. Green Receives United States Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

The Los Angeles Lakers are known for their stars as plenty of them have come through the franchise and left their mark by winning championships. However, there are also plenty of role players who played just as important of role,…

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