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
2624 Articles

Bucks’ Doc Rivers Doesn’t Understand Lakers Firing Darvin Ham

After a rough 2023-24 season, the Los Angeles Lakers made the move everyone saw coming when they fired former head coach...

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Lakers Highlights: Quincy Olivari Leads Fourth Quarterback Comeback Against Bucks

After a few days off, the Los Angeles Lakers hopped on a flight to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in their preseason game...

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Lakers News: JJ Redick Planning To Get Anthony Davis Minutes At Power Forward

The Los Angeles Lakers may have dropped their second preseason game to the Phoenix Suns, but the team had to be thrilled...

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NBA GM Survey: Lakers’ JJ Redick Voted Last Among New Coaches Expected To Make Big Impact

The Los Angeles Lakers may be winless through two preseason games, but the mood and atmosphere seems to be a lot lighter...

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JJ Redick Clarifies How Many 3-Pointers Per Game Lakers Should Be Shooting

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick may not have a preseason win under his belt yet, but his impact is being felt both on...

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JJ Redick Wants All Lakers Crashing Offensive Glass To Avoid Being In ‘Limbo’

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the early stages of learning head coach JJ Redick's system and personality, but so far the early returns...

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Anthony Davis: ‘Great To See’ LeBron James & Bronny James Share Floor For Lakers

Bronny James has garnered more attention that the average second-round pick normally receives because of his status...

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LeBron James Break Down Lakers’ Offense In Preseason Loss To Suns

Los Angeles Lakers fans had to wait a bit, but they finally got to see LeBron James back in action after he suited up...

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Lakers News: Max Christie Not Losing Confidence After Tough Shooting Outing Against Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping Max Christie becomes an integral part of their rotation during the 2024-25 season...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Reflects On Playing With Bronny For First Time

LeBron James and his family finally got the moment they had been waiting for when Bronny James subbed into the Los Angeles Lakers'...

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