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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Lakers Injury News: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Hopeful For Quick Recovery From Sprained Ankle

The Los Angeles Lakers earned their second consecutive victory over the San Antonio Spurs in a hard-fought...

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Recap: Anthony Davis Carries Lakers To Back-To-Back Sweep Of Spurs

Playing a second consecutive game as the road team against the same opponent and at the same arena for the...

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Lakers News: Wesley Matthews Joins Kobe Bryant, Nick Van Exel With Perfect 3-Point Shooting

When the Los Angeles Lakers traded Danny Green for Dennis Schroder, the team was suddenly devoid of a...

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Recap: LeBron James Reaches Milestone In Lakers Win Over Spurs

On their first road trip of the 2002-21 season, the Los Angeles Lakers earned a hard-fought 121-107 win over the...

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Lakers, Clippers Make NBA History In Lopsided Games At Staples Center

Heading into the 2020-21 season, the Los Angeles Lakers and L.A. Clippers were touted as the two best teams in...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Takes Blame For Lack Of Aggression

The Los Angeles Lakers were unable to string together enough stops in the fourth quarter and lost to the Portland...

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LeBron James: Late Execution Cost Lakers In Loss To Trail Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers got off to good starts in the first and third quarters, but failed to close out a winnable...

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Recap: Gary Trent Jr., Trail Blazers Snap Lakers’ Winning Streak

On the second night of their first back-to-back set this season, the Los Angeles Lakers had a modest two-game...

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Carmelo Anthony Not With Trail Blazers For Game Against Lakers

The Portland Trail Blazers announced Carmelo Anthony is not with the team and won't play Monday night against...

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Timberwolves Coach Ryan Saunders: Lakers ‘Really Good Defensive Team’

The Los Angeles Lakers received a balance effort Sunday night en route to a blowout win over the Minnesota...

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