Matt Evans
Matt is an accredited NBA writer from the United Kingdom. He primarily covers the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA G League. Matt has been credentialled to cover the 2020 NBA Paris Game, the 2020 NBA Draft, the Amiral League (French Summer League), and the South Bay Lakers (G League affiliate of the LA Lakers).
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Cole Anthony spoke to Damian Lillard and Kemba Walker ahead of draft
Way ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft, Cole Anthony was projected to be a potential top pick. However, an up-and-down season with North Carolina...
3 players that keep the Los Angeles Lakers active in the trade market
The Los Angeles Lakers raced out of the blocks in the trade market. As they agreed a deal in principle with the Oklahoma City...
3 ways the Dennis Schroder trade improved the Lakers
On November 15, it was revealed that the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder had agreed a deal in principle that sends guard...
Looking at some of the records Anthony Davis broke during the NBA Finals
Anthony Davis averaged 25 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2 blocks, and 1.3 steals through 6 games against the Miami Heat. As the Lakers...
Two-Way Tracker: Players that split their time between the NBA and G League
Prior to the 2017-18 NBA season, rosters were expanded from 15 to 17, and "Two-Way Contracts" were introduced. Players on such a contract spend...
Donta Hall: Why the Brooklyn Nets center deserves a full NBA opportunity
With the Brooklyn Nets featuring a depleted roster going into the NBA restart in Orlando, the team looked to the NBA's official minor league...
Marcus Lee signs with Vanoli Cremona for the 2020-21 season
25-year-old big Marcus Lee has opted to go overseas after spending 2 seasons in the NBA G League with the Sioux Falls Skyforce. He...
Cameron Payne is making the most of his latest NBA opportunity
25-year-old Cameron Payne has bounced around the NBA in his short career to date. He's suited up for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chicago Bulls,...
The Lakers’ shooting woes continue in Orlando
On August 5, the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the high-flying Los Angeles Lakers, 105-86. Behind 21 points from Chris Paul. LeBron James shot 7-19...
Throwback: Kobe Bryant dunks over Steve Nash
Rewinding back to April 26, 2006, the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns were battling it out in game 2 of the first round...
LeBron James’ elite defense in the win against the Clippers
On July 30, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers emerged victorious in a 103-101 win over cross-city rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers. The...
Basketball returned to France this past week… in front of fans
Since Wednesday, July 22, a French Summer League took place in Cergy, France, on the outskirts of Paris. Being held at the Complexe Maradas...
Chicago Bulls’ Adam Mokoka Wins French Summer League MVP Award
Between July 22-26, the first edition of the Amiral League was held in Cergy, France, on the outskirts of Paris. The French summer league...
What will the Lakers do with their 2020 draft pick?
When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired superstar Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans this past off-season, they essentially mortgaged their future. This was...
Phil Handy talks about the NBA superstars that he’s worked with
On a recent episode of The Lake Lake Show podcast, Lakers Assistant Coach Phil Handy discussed all the NBA superstars that he's worked with throughout his...
3 solutions for the Lakers with Avery Bradley deciding to sit out
Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley has opted to sit out the remainder of the NBA season. He will not be part of the...
Phil Handy on leaving the Raptors: “It was really tough. I really fell in love with Toronto”
On the latest episode of The Lake Lake Show podcast, Lakers Assistant Coach Phil Handy spoke about his off-season decision to leave the Toronto Raptors. After...
Phil Handy on Kyle Kuzma: “That kid has all the attributes to be an All-Star”
On the latest episode of The Lake Lake Show podcast, Lakers Assistant Coach Phil Handy spoke about Kyle Kuzma. Specifically, his fit on the current roster,...
Phil Handy describes LeBron James as being “very selfless” and “team first”
On the latest episode of The Lake Lake Show podcast, Assistant Coach Phil Handy discussed the chemistry of the Los Angeles Lakers. Specifically between...
Devontae Cacok was set to receive Lakers call-up before NBA suspension
In a recent interview on The Lake Lake Show, Los Angeles Lakers two-way player Devontae Cacok mentioned that he was set for a call-up...
