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: Ivica Zubac Reveled In Blocking Julius Randle’s Shot As Payback For ‘Bullying’ Since Rookie Season

Playing without JaVale McGee for a third consecutive game, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton turned to Ivica Zubac to help combat the New Orleans Pelicans' twin...

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Lakers Highlights: LeBron James, Ivica Zubac & Kyle Kuzma Lead In Win Over Pelicans

While the Los Angeles Lakers saw the returns of Brandon Ingram and Rajon Rondo, they were still shorthanded Friday night against the New Orleans Pelicans because JaVale McGee...

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LeBron James Registers Triple-Double, Ivica Zubac Shines In Start As Lakers Defeat Julius Randle, Anthony Davis & Pelicans

Julius Randle received a warm welcome and scored in double-figures in his first visit to Staples Center since signing with the New Orleans Pelicans but it wasn't enough as...

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Lakers News: Luke Walton Shares ‘Very Good Relationship’ With Pelicans’ Julius Randle

To say Julius Randle enjoyed a rollercoaster of a career with the Los Angeles Lakers would probably be putting it mildly. Randle suffered a broken leg 14 minutes into his rookie...

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NBA Rumors: Small-Market General Managers Enraged, Believe LeBron James Violated Tampering Rules With Comments About Wanting Anthony Davis On Lakers

With the Los Angeles Lakers looking to find at least one more All-Star to pair with LeBron James, the team has been connected to a slew of players who will be pat of a loaded...

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HBO’s ‘The Shop’ Preview Video: Nas, Jimmy Kimmel, Todd Gurley, Ice Cube Among Those Joining LeBron James & Maverick Carter On 3rd Episode

The third installment of HBO's and Uninterrupted's "The Shop" is set to air Friday night at 7 p.m. PT. The show will also be available on HBO Now, HBO Go, HBO On Demand...

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Lakers News: JaVale McGee Held Out Of Practice; Questionable Vs. Pelicans

While the Los Angeles Lakers saw Brandon Ingram (sprained ankle) and Rajon Rondo (hand surgery) participate in their first full practice with the team since suffering their respective...

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Kyle Kuzma, JCPenney Spread Holiday Cheer With Annual Giving Spree Event

Kyle Kuzma used a recent off-day for the Los Angeles Lakers to partner with JCPenney for a Christmas surprise that included a shopping spree for 25 children from a local...

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Rajon Rondo Practices With Lakers But ‘Undecided’ On Potential Return Vs. Pelicans

After going 1-3 on a road trip in which they didn't have Brandon Ingram (sprained ankle) and Rajon Rondo (hand surgery), plus JaVale McGee (flu-like symptoms) for the final two games...

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Anthony Davis Appreciative Of LeBron James’ Comments But Doesn’t ‘Really Care’ As Focus Remains On Pelicans

Anthony Davis remains under contract for two more seasons (player option for 2020-21) but his future with the New Orleans Pelicans has already become a source of speculation. The same...

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