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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Austin Reaves Discusses How Healthy Lakers Can Gel For Remainder Of 2025-26 Season

Austin Reaves has become a bonafide star for the Los Angeles Lakers and will be a key factor in the team's success as they head into second phase of the 2025-26 season. The All-Star break came at the perfect time…

JJ Redick Gives Keys For Lakers In Second Half ‘Sprint’

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has done a good job of steering the team throughout the 2025-26 season. The Lakers remain in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race despite not having their roster fully healthy for…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Breaks Down Zone Defense Usage

Despite all the injuries the Los Angeles Lakers have endured during the 2025-26 season, head coach JJ Redick has managed to keep the team afloat. Redick himself struggled to assess the first half of the season due to players being…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Has High Confidence In Luke Kennard

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic got some extra rest as he was ruled out with a hamstring injury before the All-Star break. Doncic was fortunately able to play in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game and said his hamstring felt…

Lakers News: Suns’ Devin Booker Misses Kobe Bryant

Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant is one of the most influential figures in the game of basketball and sports in general as his mindset and competitive spirit defined his illustrious 20-year career. Bryant was known for being a ruthless…

Lakers News: Jaxson Hayes Unlikely To Compete In NBA Slam Dunk Contest Again

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles has passed and the Los Angeles Lakers were represented well as players like Jaxson Hayes took part in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest while Luka Doncic and LeBron James played in the…

Lakers News: LeBron James Details Giving Up Alcohol & Sweets For 2 Months

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continues to defy Father Time despite being in Year 23. James is in the midst of another strong season during the 2025-26 season, giving the Lakers an outside shot of competing in the playoffs.…

Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Believes Dr. Jerry Buss Would Have Supported Sale To Mark Walter

The Los Angeles Lakers have almost always operated as a family business, but that will be changing after Jeanie Buss and her family sold a majority stake to Mark Walter. Walter, who is already the owner of the Los Angeles…

Lakers Rumors: Andrew Wiggins, Tari Eason & Peyton Watson Among Potential Free Agent Targets

Other than acquiring Luke Kennard, the Los Angeles Lakers largely stood pat the trade deadline despite having clear needs on the roster. The Lakers, as currently constructed, are a poor defensive team that struggles against younger, more athletic teams. Although…

Lakers Rumors: Luke Doncic Part Of Ownership Group Purchasing Italian Basketball Team

Over a year after his emotional trade from the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic believes he is finally in a great place. Doncic's surprising trade sent shockwaves throughout the NBA as it rapidly changed the Lakers' fortunes,…