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: Talen Horton-Tucker Discusses Strides He’s Made On Defense & Shooting

The clear X-factor for the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the 2021-22 season is Talen Horton-Tucker, who the team signed...

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LeBron James Wants Lakers To Be Better In Transition This Season

Even though head coach Frank Vogel's teams have always been defined by their defense, this new iteration of the Los Angeles...

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Anthony Davis Still Surprised Lakers Were Able To Sign Malik Monk For Minimum

In their first game of the preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers were blown out, 123-97, by the Brooklyn Nets, though they were...

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Anthony Davis: Lakers Are ‘Way Behind’ In Preparation After Preseason Loss To Nets

Even though there was plenty of excitement surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers going into their preseason opener...

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Lakers News: DeAndre Jordan Willing To Accept Lesser Role, Focused On Team Success

So far, veteran center DeAndre Jordan has said all the right things since signing with the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Recap: Malik Monk Catches Fire But Lakers Lose First Preseason Game To Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2021-22 season got underway on Sunday afternoon with some preseason action against the Brooklyn Nets...

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Lakers Rumors: Former WNBA Player Shay Murphy Hired As Coaching Associate

Not only did the Los Angeles Lakers revamp their roster this summer, but head coach Frank Vogel's staff also experienced...

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Nets Vs. Lakers Game Preview & TV Info: Preseason Opener Lacks Star Power

After a longer than expected layoff, the Los Angeles Lakers are finally back in Staples Center for their first taste...

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Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Cites Frank Vogel As Reason To Not Be Concerned About Defense

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers saw their roster overturned yet again, there is a healthy amount of optimism that they can...

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Lakers News: Kendrick Nunn Explains Decision To Sign With Klutch Sports

All the focus on the Los Angeles Lakers' offseason was the many veterans they added, but the front office should also get credit...

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