Matthew Moreno

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Managing Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers games, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
1930 Articles

Chris Kaman On Gasol Pairing: ‘I Didn’t Think It Went That Well’

Given the recent success Chris Kaman has experienced when given playing time, many wondered why Kaman didn't get off the bench more often or start alongside Pau Gasol. In the final game that Gasol missed due to vertigo, Kaman started…

Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni Downplays Marshall University Rumors

Prior to the Los Angeles Lakers tipping off with the Milwaukee Bucks, an ESPN report surfaced that the Lakers head coach had been contacted by Marshall University to gauge his interest in coaching the Thundering Herd. Jeff Borzello followed up…

Game Recap: Lakers Fall To Bucks Despite Hill’s Big Night

Both Pau Gasol and Steve Nash did not make the Los Angeles Lakers' two-game road trip, which began on Thursday in Milwaukee. The Bucks own the worst record in the league at 13-58, but were looking for the season sweep…

VIDEO: Nick Young Converts Fifth Four-Point Play Against Magic

In his second game back from a knee injury, Nick Young scored 26 points in the Los Angeles Lakers win over the Orlando Magic. Young provided a much-needed spark off the Lakers bench, which he's excelled in this season, and…

Game Recap: Jordan Hill Scores Career-High In Lakers Win Over Magic

After getting Jordan Hill, Steve Nash and Nick Young back on Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers entered Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic without the services of Nash, who felt a tweak in his back towards the end of Friday's…

Kobe: ‘If You’re Going To Fail, I Guess Fail And Be The Best At It’

Kobe Bryant's drive and desire to win is no secret. It's what has both endeared him to the city of Los Angeles and drawn the criticism of some for what they believe is too much intensity from Bryant. With the Los…

Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Launches New Company, Kobe Inc.

With the end of Kobe Bryant's career seemingly around the corner, many have questioned the five-time champion on what his plans are upon retiring. Though Bryant was at times seen coaching while sidelined by injury in recent seasons, he has…

PHOTOS: Kobe Bryant’s Lower Merion High School Career

Prior to forgoing college and entering the argument as one of the greatest players in NBA history, Kobe Bryant became a high school legend as he led Lower Merion to 31-3 record and its first state championship in 53 years…

Lakers News: Steve Nash Felt Slight Tweak In His Hamstring

UPDATE (12:24 PM): Steve Nash is a game-time decision on Sunday via LA Times' Mike Bresnahan: You might have heard this before but...Steve Nash is a game-time decision Sunday because of his back-hamstring nerve problem.— Mike Bresnahan (@Mike_Bresnahan) March 22,…

Game Recap: Lakers Show Some Fight, But Are Unable To Defeat Wizards

Riding a three-game losing streak heading into Friday's game with the Washington Wizards, the Los Angeles Lakers saw the return of Jordan Hill, Steve Nash and Nick Young. Despite the addition of the healthy bodies, the Lakers were unable to…