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: Luka Doncic Hopes To Learn Some Defensive Tricks From Marcus Smart

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic got into the best shape of his career this offseason and looks prepared to put on a show during the 2025-26 season. Doncic was criticized on his way out from the Dallas Mavericks for…

2024-2025 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Austin Reaves

In his first year playing under Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Austin Reaves went from solid starter to a borderline All-Star during the 2024-25 season. Redick spoke highly of Reaves when he took the Lakers head coaching job…

Luka Doncic Believes LeBron James’ Experience Will Help Lakers

Luka Doncic and LeBron James are two of the premier superstar’s in today’s NBA and they will be tasked with leading the Los Angeles Lakers to hopefully another championship during the 2025-26 season. Doncic is the perfect successor to James…

Lakers Video: LeBron James Gives NFL & Super Bowl Predictions

Although fans will have to wait a couple of more months to see Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James take the floor for Year 23, they will soon get to enjoy NFL football as the 2025 season is set to…

Sasha Vujacic Believes Luka Doncic Is Perfect Superstar For Lakers

Luka Doncic is set to embark on the next chapter of his career with the Los Angeles Lakers, a beautiful marriage between a global superstar and the premier franchise of the NBA. Doncic’s game as a scorer and passer is…

Augustas Marciulionis Explains Why He Chose To Sign With Lakers Over Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers have earned a reputation around the league for finding gems either later in the second round of the NBA Draft or in the undrafted free agent pool. Names like Alex Caruso and Austin Reaves come to…

Lakers Rumors: Mavericks Ownership Unhappy With Luka Doncic Overwatch Billboard In Dallas

The story of the 2024-25 season was the blockbuster trade between the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers that sent Luka Doncic to the purple and gold. Doncic emphasized that he wanted to play for Dallas his entire career, but…

Lakers News: Kevin O’Leary Was Mystery Bidder For Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan Trading Card

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was beloved during his playing days in the NBA, working tirelessly to become the best player he could be. Despite all the early success Bryant achieved in his career, he remained the hardest working…

Lakers News: Nike Unveils Kobe 3 Protro Low For 2026 Release

Even after death, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant remains a heavy influence in the game of basketball and sports in general. Bryant's "Mamba Mentality" and dedication to competition on the court transcends several generations of athletes and it's seen…

Lakers News: LeBron James Works Out With Hawks’ Jalen Johnson

The 2025-26 season represents an unprecedented Year 23 for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who remains one of the best players in the NBA. James is the elder statesman of the league but has proven that he can still…