Dan Duangdao

Dan Duangdao was the managing editor at Lakers Nation (2013-16, 2018-20). He is currently the founder at LA Sports Media, Lake Show, Raiders Nation, Rams Nation, Kings Nation, Galaxy Nation, and MMA Rumors. Born and raised in Southern California and a lifelong Los Angeles sports and mixed martial arts fan, his first NBA game was Kobe Bryant and the Lakers against the Golden State Warriors with Michael Jordan in attendance during the 1998-99 NBA season. He was previously a contributor at HOOPSWORLD (now Basketball Insiders) and an NBA editor at ClutchPoints. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @DanDuangdao.
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Nick Young On Lakers: ‘We Just Pretty Much Became Like NSYNC’

After a disastrous 2014-15 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers were reportedly trying to trade Nick Young in the off-season. However, through the preseason and 10 games of the new season, Young has regained his form off the bench and…

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Lakers News: Jordan Clarkson Jokes About Kobe Bryant’s Age

After a difficult five-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home to Staples Center to host the Detroit Pistons. While the game was competitive throughout, the Lakers pulled away in the fourth quarter thanks to Kobe Bryant's near triple-double…

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Lakers News: Roy Hibbert Suffers Broken Nose, Will Play Against Suns

After a difficult five-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home to face the Detroit Pistons. While the game was close throughout, Kobe Bryant's near triple-double led the Lakers to their second win of the season, 97-85. With Andre…

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Metta World Peace: Lakers Struggling Because They Have ‘Fish Brains’

During the off-season, there were reports of one-time champion Metta World Peace working out with Julius Randle at the Los Angeles Lakers practice facility. With World Peace becoming a mentor for the team's young star, he eventually earned a training…

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Time Warner Cable SportsNet To Air 20 Unforgettable Kobe Bryant Games

With the 2015-16 NBA season in progress, Kobe Bryant is currently in his 20th season with the Los Angeles Lakers. While the five-time champion is still finding his way on the court, he recently set the NBA record for most…

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Byron Scott On Why Lakers Passed On Drafting Kristaps Porzingis

After their first win of the 2015-16 NBA season against the Brooklyn Nets, the Los Angeles Lakers will cross the East River to face the New York Knicks. While all the attention is on what may be Kobe Bryant's final…

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Kobe Bryant’s Message To Lakers Fans: ‘Just Freak Out’

After the worst win percentage in franchise history last season, the Los Angeles Lakers made numerous changes to their roster highlighted by D'Angelo Russell and Roy Hibbert. With a nice mix of veterans and young prospects, the Lakers were expected…

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Lakers News: Dirk Nowitzki Has High Praise For Julius Randle

The Los Angeles Lakers have started the 2015-16 NBA season winless through the first three games. However, in last night's 103-93 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, Julius Randle was a bright spot as he finished with 22 points, 15 rebounds,…

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Lakers News: L.A. Unveils Christmas Day Jerseys (PHOTOS)

The 2015-16 NBA season is officially underway as all eyes are on Kobe Bryant and the team's young core. While the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough season opener loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, they will travel to face DeMarcus…

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Lakers Rumors: Robert Upshaw Clears Waivers, Will Sign With D-Fenders

After signing a training camp deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, undrafted rookie center Robert Upshaw was expected to compete for the final roster spot with Robert Sacre. However, during preseason, Upshaw was the first of two players to be…

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