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: JJ Redick Believes Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Share Common Trait

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic might not have had LeBron James by his side to start the 2025-26 season, but he's found a suitable running mate in Austin Reaves. Through the Lakers' first eight games of the season, Doncic…

Nick Smith Jr. Came Up Big For Lakers Against Trail Blazers Despite Battling Illness

The Los Angeles Lakers have developed a reputation for rehabbing players' values and their latest reclamation project appears to be Nick Smith Jr. The Lakers signed Smith to a two-way deal in free agency after he was waived by the…

Lakers Highlights: Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura & Nick Smith Jr. Lead Impressive Win Over Trail Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling the past week, winning their previous three games heading into a rematch against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. The Lakers lost to the Trail Blazers last week, though they were largely…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Discusses Dodgers Winning World Series & Love For Baseball

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick understands the pressure that's on him to deliver a championship in his second year on the job. Los Angeles is well-known as a city of champions and the community got to celebrate another…

Lakers Highlight: Luka Doncic Logs Triple-Double, Jake LaRavia Steps Up Against Heat

After a brief road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers finally returned home and did so sporting a modest two-game winning streak. The Lakers have looked more and more comfortable on the floor together, though they played host to the Miami…

Lakers Injury Update: JJ Redick Hoping LeBron James Returns In 2nd Or 3rd Week In November

The Los Angeles Lakers had to start the 2025-26 season without LeBron James, who is dealing with a sciatica on his right side. James starting experiencing issues during an offseason workout and did not participate in training camp or preseason.…

Lakers Highlights: Austin Reaves Hits Game-Winner Against Timberwolves

The shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers have been scrapping and fighting to stay competitive in games and coming off a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers there was more urgency to bounce back against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers have been…

Lakers Injury Update: Adou Thiero Cleared For Live On-Court Contact Work

The Los Angeles Lakers announced rookie forward Adou Thiero has been cleared for live on-court contact work. The next progression in his recovery from a knee injury will be five-on-five activities. He will be integrated into Lakers team practice over…

Lakers Injury News: Gabe Vincent To Miss 2-4 Weeks With Ankle Sprain

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent drew rave reviews from people like head coach JJ Redick during training camp for his leadership on and off the floor, earning him a role in the rotation. Vincent’s first year with the Lakers…

Lakers Rumors: Todd Boehly Joining Mark Walter In Ownership Sale

The Los Angeles Lakers will be under new ownership shortly as the NBA is slated to vote on Mark Walter’s bid to purchase a majority stake in the franchise. Walter’s bid is set at a valuation of $10 billion, making…