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: JJ Redick Hopeful Anthony Davis Will Be Back In Lineup Vs. 76ers

Through the early part of the 2024-25 season, Anthony Davis has been by far and away the Los Angeles Lakers' best player. After a successful run with USA Basketball this past summer, Davis has continued on his tear on both…

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Jayson Tatum: Lakers Not Working Me Out In Pre-Draft Process Was ‘Devastating’

The NBA is full of what-ifs and one of the biggest ones in recent history is what would have happened if the Los Angeles Lakers taken Jayson Tatum in the 2017 NBA Draft. The Lakers had the No. 2 overall…

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Lakers Video: JJ Redick Mic’d Up At Training Camp

When the Los Angeles Lakers hired JJ Redick to become their new head coach, the move was met with skepticism as the former player never had coached in the league before but was now thrust into one of the most…

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Christian Koloko Expected To Be Available For Lakers Against Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers knew they needed front court depth prior to the 2024-25 season, so they took a gamble on big man Christian Koloko. Koloko was picked 33rd overall in the 2022 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors, but…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Excited To Play Cavaliers Alongside Bronny James

LeBron James continues to amaze in Year 22 as he's shown he's still got enough in the tank to help lead the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Rui Hachimura: Lakers Have To ‘Tighten Up’ After Losing To Suns

Rui Hachimura has looked like an entirely different player during the 2024-25 season as he's been a consistent source...

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Anthony Davis: Lakers & JJ Redick ‘Pissed’ After Losing To Suns

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has done a good job in his first season on the sidelines, getting the most out...

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Recap: Lakers Drop Game To Suns For First Loss Of 2024-25 Season

Coming off a successful home stand at Crypto.com Arena, the Los Angeles Lakers hit the road for their first road game...

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Lakers News: JJ Redick ‘Would Love’ For LeBron James To Play All 82 Games

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James had a relatively quiet start to the 2024-25 season as he looked to play second fiddle...

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Lakers vs. Suns Preview: First Road Game & Rematch Of 2024-25 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are rolling to start the 2024-25 season as they picked up another victory, this time in a thrilling...

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