Matt Borelli

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Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Lakers as a staff writer for Lakers Nation and holds similar responsibilities for Dodger Blue, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Dodgers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. Among Matt's all-time favorite Lakers moments include Kobe Bryant's 60-point performance over the Utah Jazz in his final NBA game, and Derek Fisher's game-winning buzzer-beater against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the 2004 Western Conference Semifinals. Follow Matt on Twitter: @mcborelli.

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Highlights Importance Of Adding Stretch Five With Trade For Mike Muscala

While an Anthony Davis deal never came to fruition, the Los Angeles Lakers remained active prior to the NBA Trade Deadline, acquiring Mike Muscala from the…
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Lakers News: Magic Johnson Spoke With Players Individually Regarding Anthony Davis Trade Rumors, Emphasized Goal Of Making Playoffs

Prior to Sunday’s contest against the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations Magic Johnson met with the…

Commissioner Adam Silver Adds Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki, Heat’s Dwyane Wade 2019 NBA All-Star Game As Special Roster Additions

With starters and the reserves pool already unveiled, commissioner Adam Silver added Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki and Miami Heat guard Dwyane…
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Lakers Vs. Clippers Preview & TV Info: LeBron James Returns

Having lost four of their last five contests, the Los Angeles Lakers look to get back on track in what’s technically the start of a six-game road trip as they are the…
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Kyle Kuzma Deems Every Game ‘Must-Win’ For Lakers As They Slip Further Out Of Western Conference Playoff Picture

Despite seeing the return of point guard Rajon Rondo, the Los Angeles Lakers dropped their third consecutive game with a 120-105 loss to the…

Lakers Vs. Bulls Preview & TV Info: Lineup Change Expected

Looking to bounce back from a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Los Angeles Lakers conclude their two-game homestand on Tuesday when they host…
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Lonzo Ball Uncertain Why Lakers Have Lacked Of Energy In Recent Losses

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered yet another deflating loss in the absence of their star forward LeBron James, this time falling to the lowly Cleveland Cavaliers…

Lakers News: Lonzo Ball Credits Conversation With Brandon Ingram That Led To Success After Being Criticized By Luke Walton

The Los Angeles Lakers got back on track in the finale of a two-game road trip and second night of a back-to-back, defeating the Dallas Mavericks for the third time this…

Tyson Chandler Calls On Lakers To Have ‘A Little More Sense Of Urgency’

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently mired in what has arguably been their most disappointing stretch of the season, having dropped three consecutive…
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Lakers Vs. Mavericks Preview & TV Info: Kyle Kuzma Returns To Lineup

After a dismal performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers look to conclude their two-game road trip on a positive note…