Matthew Valento

Matthew Valento graduated from Boise State University with a major in integrated media and strategic communications and a minor in journalism. He grew up in Santa Clarita, California and played basketball at Saugus High School. Along with writing for LakersNation.com, Matthew also hosts a basketball podcast called, "The Basketball Maestros." Contact: MattV@MediumLargeLA.com Twitter: @matthewvalento Instagram: matthew.valento
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Lakers News: Tyrese Haliburton Shares Full-Circle Moment With LeBron James At 2024 Olympics

At this point in LeBron James' career, it's unclear how many more years the Los Angeles Lakers star will play...

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Lakers News: LeBron James & Stephen Curry Make FIBA’s Olympics All-Star Five

The 2024 Paris Olympics are in the books and Team USA came out victorious once again, winning their fifth consecutive gold medal...

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Enjoyed Olympic Experience; Congratulates USA Basketball For Winning Gold Medal

Since retiring, Los Angeles Lakers two-time champion Pau Gasol has remained involved in the world of basketball...

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Andre Iguodala Believes Anthony Davis & Devin Booker Were Unsung Heroes For USA Basketball In 2024 Olympics

The 2024 Olympics in Paris have concluded and USA Basketball came out victorious in the gold medal game by defeating France...

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Lakers Video: LeBron James Nike Olympic Commercials

When it comes to competitors in all of sports, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is arguably at the top of the list...

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South Bay Lakers Part Ways With Head Coach Dane Johnson

Following an early first-round exit last season, the Los Angeles Lakers opted to clean house with their coaching staff...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Believes Olympics Will Help Prepare Him For 2024-25 Season

The 2024 Olympics in Paris have been special for Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis as he contributes to bringing a gold medal...

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Excited To Play With LeBron & Bronny James

In only a short amount of time, Austin Reaves has become a quality third or fourth option for the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Vanessa Bryant Stresses Importance Of Women’s Sports After Unveiling Of Gianna & Kobe Bryant Statue

The first of three Kobe Bryant statues was unveiled on Feb. 8 during the 2023-24 season, which immortalized the Los Angeles Lakers...

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LeBron James Acknowledges Challenges Ahead In Olympic Knockout Round For Team USA

Team USA has looked dominant through their first three games of group play in the 2024 Olympics in France...

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