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: Marcus Smart’s Finger ‘Popped Out’ In Fourth Quarter Against Mavericks

Since being inserted inserted into the starting lineup, Marcus Smart has helped the Los Angeles Lakers recapture some of its form defensively. Smart is always pestering ball handlers or putting his body in harm's way to pick up charges. His…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic Shines, Rui Hachimura Comes Up Clutch Against Mavericks

Coming off a tough loss to the L.A. Clippers, the Los Angeles Lakers continued their road trip and found themselves in a primetime matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Every Lakers-Mavericks matchup will be appointment viewing, especially back in Dallas, as…

Recap: Lakers Complete Fourth Quarter Comeback To Beat Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their eight-game road trip with a marquee matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. The Luka Doncic blockbuster trade shook up both franchises, making every meeting a painful reminder for the Dallas faithful. Despite a rough third…

JJ Redick: Everybody In Lakers Organization Appreciates LeBron James

It's never a dull day for the Los Angeles Lakers as another bombshell story dropped, this time involving LeBron James. The Buss siblings' quarrel over the Lakers franchise has been well-documented, with Jeanie Buss eventually emerging as the controlling governor…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Reaches 4,000 Career Assists In Loss To Clippers

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic reached 4,000 assists for his career in Thursday night's loss to the L.A. Clippers. Doncic hit the mark with his fifth assist against the Clippers and finished the evening with eight total. Luka had…

Lakers Injury News: Austin Reaves Looking Like Himself In Workouts, Progressing Toward Stay-Ready Games

The Los Angeles Lakers have sorely missed Austin Reaves who has been sidelined with a calf injury since Christmas Day. Reaves was turning in the best year of his career to begin the 2025-26 season, improving his production across the…

Lakers News: LeBron James Gives Shoutout To Luka Doncic After Being Named All-Star Starter

The Los Angeles Lakers are used to having starters in the NBA All-Star Game and that will be the case once again with Luka Doncic leading all vote-getters. He is having an exceptional season and recently has been joined by…

Lakers Injury News: Austin Reaves Expected To Return During 8-Game Road Trip

The Los Angeles Lakers hit a wall to near midway through the 2025-26 season after Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a left calf strain. Reaves re-aggravated his calf after previously missing a few games for it and was given about…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Lead Comeback Effort Against Nuggets

After a brief home stay, the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their annual Grammy road trip by heading out to the mountains to see the Denver Nuggets for NBA Rivalry Week. The Lakers and Nuggets have rebuilt their rivalry the…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Named 2026 NBA All-Star Game Starter

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was named as one of the starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, it was announced on NBC and Peacock. Doncic, along with Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama and Stephen Curry, make up…