Matt Peralta

Matt was born and raised in Long Beach, Calif. and is a lifelong Lakers fan. Because of his love for basketball and the Lakers, Matt successfully pursued a degree in journalism at California State University, Long Beach (#GoBeach) and is now a Staff Writer for LakersNation.com. He is also a Staff Writer for RamsNewsWire.com and RaidersNewsWire.com. Contact: mattp@mediumlargela.com Twitter: @_MatthewPeralta Instagram: @matthewperalta
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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura & Marcus Smart Praise Luka Doncic’s Defense

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been on a tear to start the 2025-26 season, leading the team to a 7-2 record. Doncic was instrumental in the Lakers' most recent win, a thrilling comeback against the San Antonio Spurs…

Lakers News: JJ Redick ‘Not Surprised’ By Strong Play Of Jake LaRavia

When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Jake LaRavia in free agency, the move wasn't widely discussed given his relative anonymity to the common NBA fan. LaRavia split the 2024-25 season between the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, but ultimately signed…

Luka Doncic: Marcus Smart Does Some Things Defensively ‘I’ve Never Seen In My Life’

The Los Angeles Lakers have to be pleased with the way Marcus Smart has quickly integrated himself with the team despite missing time in training camp and preseason. Smart was the Lakers' final free agent signing after being bought out…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Believes Rui Hachimura Made ‘Two Biggest Plays’ Against Spurs

With LeBron James still sidelined due to a sciatica issue, Rui Hachimura has been afforded more opportunities to shine offensively for the Los Angeles Lakers, Hachimura is one of several returners for the 2025-26 season and so far has performed…

Lakers News: LeBron James Cleared For Contact, Will Be Re-Evaluated In 1-2 Weeks

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James has progressed to contact basketball activity and will be re-evaluated by team physicians in approximately 1-2 weeks. The Lakers have been rolling to start the 2025-26 season, and the team can be…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic & Deandre Ayton Lead Comeback Effort Against Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the hottest teams in the league and entered their matchup against the San Antonio Spurs with a four-game winning streak. Like the Lakers, the Spurs have also gotten off to a hot start…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Believes Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Share Common Trait

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic might not have had LeBron James by his side to start the 2025-26 season, but he's found a suitable running mate in Austin Reaves. Through the Lakers' first eight games of the season, Doncic…

Nick Smith Jr. Came Up Big For Lakers Against Trail Blazers Despite Battling Illness

The Los Angeles Lakers have developed a reputation for rehabbing players' values and their latest reclamation project appears to be Nick Smith Jr. The Lakers signed Smith to a two-way deal in free agency after he was waived by the…

Lakers Highlights: Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura & Nick Smith Jr. Lead Impressive Win Over Trail Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling the past week, winning their previous three games heading into a rematch against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. The Lakers lost to the Trail Blazers last week, though they were largely…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Discusses Dodgers Winning World Series & Love For Baseball

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick understands the pressure that's on him to deliver a championship in his second year on the job. Los Angeles is well-known as a city of champions and the community got to celebrate another…