Matt Peralta

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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

Lakers Video: Ernie Johnson Opens Up About Being On Air Following Kobe Bryant’s Death

More than a year-and-a-half has passed and the basketball world is still at a loss for words after the tragic passing…
Carmelo Anthony, Lakers, Blazers

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka High On Carmelo Anthony Addition Because Of Catch-And-Shoot Ability

Carmelo Anthony is clearly no longer the player he used to be, but can still contribute especially on this year’s Los Angeles…
Jason Kidd, Frank Vogel

Lakers News: Frank Vogel ‘So Happy’ For Jason Kidd After Becoming Mavericks Head Coach

It was another offseason full of change for the Los Angeles Lakers as they decided to overhaul not only the roster but…
Talen Horton-Tucker

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Calls For Talen Horton-Tucker To Become ‘Dominant Defensive Player’

Talen Horton-Tucker is the easy answer when trying to figure out who the Los Angeles Lakers’ X-factor will be during the 2021-22…
Kobe Bryant Writes Farewell Note To Lakers Trainer Gary Vitti

Lakers News: Gary Vitti Calls LeBron James An ‘Enigma’

When it comes to discourse involving Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, it is often met with debate and arguing given that…
Alex Caruso, Lakers

Rob Pelinka Says Lakers Made ‘Aggressive Attempt’ To Re-Sign Alex Caruso

NBA training camp is nearly here, which means fans will soon get their first glimpse of the new-look Los Angeles Lakers…
Anthony Davis Lebron James Lakers

Lakers News: LeBron James, Anthony Davis & Russell Westbrook Make ESPN’s Top 100 Players List

The Los Angeles Lakers were well-represented on the ESPN’s Top-100 Players list as LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook…
Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James

Lakers News: Giannis Antetokounmpo Believes LeBron James Is Still Best Player In World

The Milwaukee Bucks were able to redeem themselves and came out with the 2021 NBA Championship after beating the Phoenix Suns…
Rob Pelinka, Frank Vogel

Frank Vogel: Motivation To Win Championship Remains Unchanged For Lakers

It is hard to believe, but it has been less than a year since the Los Angeles Lakers won the 2020 NBA Championship…
Shaquille O'Neal, Lakers

Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Hosting Music & Comedy Event In Las Vegas To Benefit Foundation

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal became a household name as soon as he entered the NBA, taking the league…