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
2635 Articles

Stanley Johnson Reveals Lakers Had Discussions About Effort Following Blowout Loss To Raptors

Throughout most of the 2021-22 season, the Los Angeles Lakers have had trouble mustering up the required energy...

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Lakers News: Russell Westbrook Believes Players Are ‘Sliding Into Their Roles Better’

Without LeBron James and Anthony Davis available, Russell Westbrook did his best to lead the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers Injury Update: LeBron James Dealing With ‘Soreness’ In Knee After Playing 3 Games In 4 Nights

Despite LeBron James being out, the Los Angeles Lakers put up a valiant effort in their loss to the Philadelphia 76ers...

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Lakers Rumors: Jazz’s Quin Snyder Listed As Potential Replacement For Frank Vogel

With the Los Angeles Lakers 2021-22 campaign basically a lost season, it seems like a foregone conclusion...

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Lakers News: Carmelo Anthony ‘In Awe’ Of LeBron James Moving To No. 2 On All-Time Scoring List

Playing at such an elite level in Year 19, LeBron James has found himself making history almost every game...

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Frank Vogel Believes Lakers Need To ‘Learn How To Win’ After Loss To Wizards

One step forward and two steps back is an accurate way of describing the Los Angeles Lakers' 2021-22 campaign...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Reflects On Passing Karl Malone On All-Time Scoring List

The 2021-22 season has completely fallen on the wayside for the Los Angeles Lakers as they struggle to keep up in the standings...

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Recap: LeBron James Surpasses Karl Malone On All-Time Scoring List, But Lakers Lose To Wizards

The Lakers faced little resistance getting to the rim as they scored several easy layups...

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LeBron James Has Not Lost Joy Of Game & Competing Despite Lakers’ Losing Streak

Even though LeBron James is having another great season despite being in Year 19, the Los Angeles Lakers have largely...

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Lakers News: Russell Westbrook How Leaned On Faith To Get Through Struggles, Believes He Was Rewarded Against Raptors

For all the scrutiny and insults hurled his way, Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook has remained positive and collected...

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