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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Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Gives Blunt Response To Preparing For LeBron James

LeBron James has fully embraced his new role with the Los Angeles Lakers, playing third fiddle behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. While James may not be the center of the Lakers' offense any more, he has found ways to…

Lakers ‘Needed’ Bronny James Against Pacers, And More Praise

Bronny James has played sparingly for the Los Angeles Lakers through his first two NBA seasons. Because the Lakers have been set at the guard positions, James has gotten most of his basketball reps with the South Bay team. As…

Adam Silver Sends Strong Message To Fans About NBA Tanking Issue

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has his hands full with several developments across the league, though the hottest topic is tanking. The upcoming 2026 NBA Draft is littered with potential franchise players, so teams have been openly tanked this season in…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Lead Offense In Bounceback Win Against Pacers

The Los Angeles Lakers saw their nine-game winning streak snapped in a loss to the Detroit Pistons, but they got the best opportunity to bounce back as they took on the Indiana Pacers to finish out the road trip. Unlike…

Lakers News: LeBron James Discusses Lack Of Shots In New Role

LeBron James has settled in as the Los Angeles Lakers' third option behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, helping fuel the team's recent nine-game winning streak. However, the Lakers finally suffered their first loss in weeks after a nail-biter of…

JJ Redick Gives Takeaways Following End Of Lakers’ Nine-Game Winning Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers' nine-game winning unfortunately came to an end after their comeback attempt fell short against the Detroit Pistons. Los Angeles battled back from a 16-point deficit to take the lead late in the game, but the Pistons…

Austin Reaves Likes Way Lakers Competed Against Pistons

Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers showed the NBA what they could do when they play to their potential as a unit. The Lakers reeled off a nine-game winning streak that Reaves admitted was fueled by their growing confidence…

JJ Redick: ‘Rewarding’ To Watch Lakers’ Growth During 2025-26 Season

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has his group playing some of the best basketball of any team in the home stretch of the 2025-26 season. The Lakers picked up their ninth consecutive win after a thrilling game against…

Lakers Trying To Get Luka Doncic’s 16th Technical Foul Rescinded To Avoid Suspension

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was assessed his 16th technical foul of the 2025-26 season against the Orlando Magic and will be suspended for the team's game against the Detroit Pistons on Monday, unless it gets rescrinded. Magic center…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic Leads Scoring Effort, Luke Kennard Drains Game-Winner Against Magic

The Los Angeles Lakers have looked like the best team in the NBA the past couple of weeks as they've rattled off several wins against playoff teams. Los Angeles' brought an eight-game winning streak into their matchup against an Orlando…