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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Stanley Johnson Says Lakers Made Him Fall In Love With Basketball

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers made things interesting at the end, they ultimately ended up losing...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Surpasses Kobe Bryant As All-Time Leading Christmas Day Scorer

Despite a furious comeback in the fourth quarter led by LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers unfortunately fell short...

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Recap: LeBron James Sparks Fourth Quarter Comeback But Lakers Fall Short To Nets On Christmas Day

The Lakers' defense was slow out of the gate as the Nets moved the ball around for good looks en route...

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LeBron James Understands Why Lakers Defense Has Struggled With Certain Guys Out Due To Protocols

It was an ugly way to send off Staples Center before it becomes Crypto.com Arena as the Los Angeles Lakers suffered...

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Lakers Pay Tribute To Staples Center With Touching Video Montage Of Iconic Moments

Although the arena will remain intact, the Staples Center will be officially renamed Cryto.com Arena on Christmas Day...

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Lakers News: David Fizdale Discusses Difficulty Of Losing Trevor Ariza To Health & Safety Protocols

Every time it feels like the Los Angeles Lakers are getting healthy, another hit comes and sets the team back...

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Recap: LeBron James & Russell Westbrook Carry Offense But Lakers Fall To Spurs In Final Staples Center Game

In the final Staples Center home game, the Los Angeles Lakers suffered another blowout loss, this time to the San Antonio Spurs...

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Lakers News: Talen Horton-Tucker Takes Ownership Of Poor Play In First Game Back From COVID Protocols

It was a rough night for the Los Angeles Lakers role players as they struggled to find much rhythm or energy...

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Recap: LeBron James Shines Despite Turning Ankle In Blowout Loss To Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers returned home on Tuesday night and hosted the Phoenix Suns, although they remained severely shorthanded...

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Lakers News: Carmelo Anthony Can Relate To Isaiah Thomas’ Situation

Because of nearly half the roster being placed in the NBA's health and safety protocols, the Los Angeles Lakers were able...

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