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 Summer League Head Coach Discusses Bronny James’ Progress

Summer League was an eye-opening experience for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, seeing what it is like playing...

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Lakers News: Mike Krzyzewski Shares Message For LeBron James Haters

As Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has entered the latter stages of his career, there was an expectation that his level...

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Lakers Video: Dalton Knecht & Blake Hinson Compete In Connect 4

In back-to-back NBA Drafts, the Los Angeles Lakers were presented with an opportunity to draft a lottery-level prospect...

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Lakers Rumors: Preaching Patience When Looking For Trade

It's been over a month since free agency kicked off and the Los Angeles Lakers have yet to make any new additions to their roster...

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Lakers News: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Believes 2020 Bubble Championship Was One Of Hardest To Win

In the summer of 2019, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka quickly assembled a championship-caliber roster...

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Lakers News: Max Christie Excited To Compete Against Brother Cam Christie On Clippers

For Los Angeles Lakers guard Max Christie, the hope is that with a new head coach in JJ Redick he can get a more sustained...

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Explains ‘Love-Hate’ Relationship With Lakers Fans

A prominent role player who meant a ton to the Los Angeles Lakers, especially during their 2020 championship run...

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Lakers Video: LeBron James’ Nickname Among Best On Team USA

Through five exhibition games for Team USA, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has saved on two separate occasions...

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Believes Lakers Would Have Swept Clippers In 2020 Postseason

The 2019-20 season was a challenging one due to the coronavirus (COVID-19 pandemic) as it turned life upside down right...

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Armel Traore Pleased With How Lakers Ended Summer League

After the conclusion of the NBA Draft every year, teams rush to add undrafted free agents to the organization on two-way...

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