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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Trail Blazers Tried ‘Mind Games’ On Kobe Bryant In 2000 Western Conference Finals

It is hard to believe but it has been 20 years since the Los Angeles Lakers won their 12th NBA championship in...

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Lakers News: Kyle Kuzma Unsure Of Role For 2020-21 Season

While Talen Horton-Tucker has been the star of preseason for the Los Angeles Lakers, Kyle Kuzma has also...

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Preseason Recap: Lakers Bench Rallies For Comeback Win Against Suns

Making their first trip of the preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers came from behind for a 112-107 win over the...

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Lakers News: Frank Vogel Welcomes Talen Horton-Tucker Making Job ‘Difficult’

Through two games of preseason action for the Los Angeles Lakers, Talen Horton-Tucker has turned heads as he...

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NBA Protocols For Eligible Teams To Host Fans During 2020-21 Season

The NBA and commissioner Adam Silver have done everything in their power to ensure the league's financial...

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Marc Gasol Wants Pau To Focus On Recovery Over Potential Lakers Reunion

Pau Gasol has unfortunately been unable to return to the NBA as he is currently rehabbing a foot injury that...

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Los Angeles Named Best Sports City Of The Year For 2020

The City of Los Angeles was named the Best Sports City of the Year by the Sports Business Journal. Los Angeles...

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LeBron James, Anthony Davis Playing In Lakers Preseason Games Against Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers look like they have not missed a beat after collecting their second consecutive preseason...

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Preseason Recap: Talen Horton-Tucker Leads Lakers To 2nd Straight Win Over Clippers

Talen Horton-Tucker put together yet another impressive performance, finishing with 33 points and 10 rebounds...

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Cites Injury History As Factor With 5-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers emerged as the clear winners of the offseason after successfully retooling the roster via...

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