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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JJ Redick: Lakers Didn’t Respond To Timberwolves’ Physicality In Game 1 Loss

For the first time in 13 years, the Los Angeles Lakers hosted Game 1 of a playoff series and the fans in attendance were loud when they took on the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers took control of the game early…

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards: ‘It Means A lot’ To Match Up Against Lakers’ LeBron James

LeBron James might be in Year 22, but he's looked just as good as ever as he and the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in round one of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. James has done…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Gives Biggest Key To Timberwolves Series

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick enters his first playoff series and it won't be an easy one as they draw the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves started the 2024-25 season slowly as they integrated new pieces in Julius Randle…

Lakers News: Rui Hachimura’s Knee Feeling ‘Way Better’ Ahead of Timberwolves Series

Rui Hachimura has become an integral piece of the Los Angeles Lakers rotation and he'll be counted on to play big role in the team's upcoming playoff matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves are a formidable opponent because of…

Lakers News: Rich Paul Believes Austin Reaves Is X-Factor In Timberwolves Series

When JJ Redick took the job to become the Los Angeles Lakers' head coach, he immediately made it a point to say he would empower Austin Reaves to handle more offensive responsibility during the 2024-25 season. Reaves was coming off…

Dwight Howard Predicts Lakers Will Beat Cavaliers In 2025 NBA Finals

The Los Angeles Lakers went from a feisty playoff team to a legitimate title contender almost overnight after their successful trade deadline. Not only did the Lakers retool around the edges by bringing in someone like Dorian Finney-Smith, but the…

Mavericks’ Nico Harrison Has ‘No Regrets’ About Trading Luka Doncic To Lakers

Months later, and it still doesn't feel real that Luka Doncic is a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. Doncic was traded to the Lakers in a blockbuster deal that no one saw coming and the reaction was lopsided depending…

Crypto.com Arena To Host Boxing & Gymnastics During 2028 Olympics In Los Angeles

For the first time since 2012, the Los Angeles Lakers will host Game 1 of a playoff series at Crypto.com Arena when they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. It's been a long time coming for the Lakers who…

Lakers News: Phil Handy Saw Austin Reaves’ Potential Before Rookie Season

Austin Reaves has gotten better every season since signing with the Los Angeles Lakers as an undrafted free agent, but he's reached star status during the 2024-25 campaign. Reaves has become a legitimate third option on a title contender alongside…

Rui Hachimura Happy Lakers Avoided Play-In Tournament

The Los Angeles Lakers were one of the best teams in the NBA after the trade deadline, going on a run to secure the third seed in the Western Conference and setting up a first-round matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.…

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