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
1926 Articles

Lakers News: Kobe Bryant And Lenovo Further Partnership

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant remains sidelined as he recovers from a fracture in his left knee, with the latest update having Bryant set to be re-examined in three weeks.  While Bryant has only managed to play in six games…

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VIDEO: Kent Bazemore Pranked As A Rookie For Warriors

Since being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, undrafted second-year guard Kent Bazemore has quickly turned heads. In just two games as a Laker, Bazemore is averaging 16 points per game in 31 minutes of action. The drastic increase in…

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VIDEO: Lakers’ Nick Young And Girlfriend Iggy Azalea Featured In GQ

Nick Young may be sidelined for the Los Angeles Lakers' next two games, but he probably won't be alone.  Young is currently in a relationship with Australian rapper Iggy Azalea and the couple is featured in the March issue of…

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Shootaround Report: Gasol To Start, Bazemore and Brooks Expected To Play

With the trade deadline behind them, the Los Angeles Lakers can now place their focus squarely on bringing an end to their current four-game losing streak as they face bitter rival Boston Celtics in what will be the final meeting…

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Lakers News: Steve Nash May Be Day-To-Day For Remainder Of Season

Since Steve Nash's 2012 arrival in Los Angeles, the 40-year-old point guard has been sidelined by one injury after the other.  Just two games into his inaugural season with the Lakers, Nash suffered a fracture in his left leg, causing…

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Lakers News And Rumors Recap: Gasol, Hill And Kaman Remain With Lakers

In the weeks leading up to Thursday's trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers were linked to several trade rumors with Pau Gasol once again believed to be the likely candidate to be moved.  However, as the deadline passed, Gasol remained…

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Lakers News: Steve Blake Traded To Golden State Warriors

UPDATED 6:29 p.m. Steve Blake has been officially traded according to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports: Steve Blake has been traded to Golden State, league source tells Yahoo Sports.— Adrian Wojnarowski (@WojYahooNBA) February 20, 2014 Lakers to receive Kent Bazemore…

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Shootaround Report: Jodie Meeks Returns To Face Rockets

After only spending one season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Dwight Howard is finally back in Los Angeles to face the former teammates he briefly graced with his presence in 2013.  The Lakers and Houston Rockets have met twice this…

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Lakers Rumors: Pau Gasol Trade Talks To Suns ‘Dying Quickly’

Trade talks are in full swing as the deadline is now just under 24 hours away.  The Los Angeles Lakers have been included in multiple scenarios ranging from sending Jordan Hill to the Brooklyn Nets or Phoenix Suns, and of…

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NBA Rumors: Clippers Express Interest In Iman Shumpert

With point guard Chris Paul back from injury, the Los Angeles Clippers are looking to improve their position in the Western Conference standings, as they currently sit in fourth place.  During Paul's 18-game absence, Darren Collison, who is in the…

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