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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Rich Paul: ‘No Trade Talks’ Have Taken Place Between LeBron James & Lakers

LeBron James shook up the NBA landscape this past Sunday when he issued a statement after picking up his player option for the 2025-26 season. James stated that he understands the Los Angeles Lakers are planning for the future and…

Lakers Rumors: Interest In De’Anthony Melton In Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers project to be one of the busiest and most active teams during free agency as they have several holes on their roster that need addressing. The obvious need for the Lakers is at the center position…

Lakers Rumors: Bracing To Lose Dorian Finney-Smith To Rockets

While the Luka Doncic trade shook up the league, the Los Angeles Lakers made another shrewd move before the NBA trade deadline by acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith from the Brooklyn Nets. The Lakers had been linked to Finney-Smith in trade rumors…

Lakers Rumors: Didn’t Want To Send Wrong Signal By Not Offering Contract Extension To Austin Reaves

One of the biggest question marks heading into the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers is what would happen with Austin Reaves. Reaves, coming off a career year, was eligible for a new four-year max extension valued at close to…

NBA Free Agency Rumors: Rival Teams Bracing For Lakers To Make Run At Bucks’ Brook Lopez

Free agency hasn't officially begun, but there's plenty of buzz around the Los Angeles Lakers and what they'll do to bolster their roster. The Lakers are expected to be one of the most aggressive teams this summer as they try…

Lakers Rumors: Rockets Emerging As Potential Landing Spot For Dorian Finney-Smith

Dorian Finney-Smith helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the third seed in the Western Conference thanks to his gritty defense and outside shooting. The Lakers acquired him from the Brooklyn Nets a couple of weeks before the NBA trade…

Lakers Video: LeBron James Reveals Savannah Wants Him To Retire ‘In The Next Year Or So’

LeBron James may have just opted into his player option for the 2025-26 season, but he also may have put pressure on the Los Angeles Lakers' front office to improve the roster this summer. James issued a statement alongside his…

Caitlin Clark Releasing ‘Indiana Fever’ Colorway Of Nike Kobe 5 Protro Shoes

Caitlin Clark took women's basketball to the next level during her time at Iowa and her popularity followed her to the WNBA where she now stars for the Indiana Fever. Basketball has never been more popular and Clark's stardom has…

Warriors’ Draymond Green Calls Lakers ‘Dangerous’ Following Sale To Mark Walter

Mark Walter has been the talk of the sports world after he purchased a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers for a $10 billion valuation. Walter is a proven winner as a team owner as evidenced by his track…

Lakers Rumors: Mutual Interest In Long-Term Partnership With Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves has become a fan-favorite for the Los Angeles Lakers over the years because of his play style, work ethic and personality on and off the court. Reaves turned in his best professional season during the 2024-25 campaign, averaging…