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 Highlights: Anthony Davis Explodes Offensively In Win Over Pistons While Lonnie Walker IV, Russell Westbrook & Others Also Contribute

Playing against a young and shorthanded team always feels like a trap, but the Los Angeles Lakers managed to overcome poor stretches...

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Lakers News: Max Christie Placed In Health And Safety Protocols

On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers announced rookie Max Christie entered the NBA's health and safety protocols. The news comes ahead of their Friday night game against the Detroit Pistons. Per the NBA's guidelines, players are not required to undergo…

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Lays Out Focus During Four-Day Break

After getting a much-needed win against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers get to enjoy an extended break...

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Believes Time Off This Week Will Benefit LeBron James’ Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers avoided disaster when LeBron James was diagnosed with a left adductor strain after injuring it in the recent...

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Recap: Anthony Davis Dominates To Help Lakers Snap Losing Streak With Win Over Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers finally snapped their five-game losing streak, beating the Brooklyn Nets at home on Sunday...

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Thankful For Support From Jeanie Buss & Rob Pelinka

Despite a disappointing start to the 2022-23 season, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham isn't panicking...

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Praises Max Christie After Getting First Look In Rotation

The Los Angeles Lakers have done well to add young talent to the roster despite a lack of first-round picks...

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Lakers Injury Update: Thomas Bryant & Dennis Schroder Still A ‘Ways Out’ From Returning

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham has already faced his fair share of tribulations as the team struggles...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Suffered Groin Injury In Loss To Clippers & Will Undergo Testing

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the L.A. Clippers 114-100 on Wednesday, but really the story of the night concerned LeBron James...

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Lakers Video: Paul Pierce Questions Why Kawhi Leonard’s Injuries Don’t Get Held Against Him Like Anthony Davis

Since winning a title in 2020, the narrative around Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has changed dramatically...

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