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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D’Angelo Russell Believes Taurean Prince Has ‘Fit Right In’ With Lakers

With the 2023-24 season officially tipping off next week, the Los Angeles Lakers are figuring out the most optimal lineups and rotations...

Lakers News: Darvin Ham Pleased With How Cam Reddish Looked In Return Against Bucks

Despite the loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in their penultimate preseason game, the Los Angeles Lakers should feel encouraged...

Lakers Injury Update: Jarred Vanderbilt To Be Re-Evaluated On Friday; Availability For Opening Night Against Nuggets In Question

Entering the 2023-24 season, the Los Angeles Lakers look like one of the few teams that can legitimately say they're in the conversation...

Lakers Preseason Highlights: Anthony Davis Has Strong First Half In Loss To Bucks

The preseason slate is coming to a close, though the Los Angeles Lakers have steadily improved through the five games they've played...

D’Angelo Russell Explains Decision To Return To Lakers In Free Agency

Despite a rough showing in the Western Conference Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to bring back D'Angelo Russell...

Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Wants To Bring NBA Expansion Team To Las Vegas

With all the talent that's coming into the NBA, expansion seems like a foregone conclusion...

Recap: Lakers Outlast Nets In Las Vegas To Pick Up First Preseason Win

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Brooklyn Nets 129-126 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Monday night to earn their first win...

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Grateful For Trust LeBron James Has In Him

After a successful first playoffs run, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves was set to cash in in free agency...

Steve Kerr: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Is Emerging As One Of ‘Better Young Guys’ In NBA

Although LeBron James and Anthony Davis are set to lead the Los Angeles Lakers through the 2023-24 season...

Lakers Preseason Highlights: Anthony Davis & D’Angelo Russell Carry Offense In Loss To Warriors

After months of waiting, fans were finally treated to a Los Angeles Lakers game as they opened the preseason up in the Bay Area...