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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Lakers News: Emmanuel Mudiay Plans To Have Second Workout With L.A.

UPDATE (June 18, 2015): According to Bill Oram of the Orange County Register, Emmanuel Mudiay will have his second workout for the Los Angeles Lakers today: https://twitter.com/billoram/status/611585777290469376 The 2015 NBA Draft is quickly approaching as the Los Angeles Lakers have…

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Lakers Rumors: Lou Williams Expected To Receive ‘Strong Interest’ From L.A.

With the Golden State Warriors defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games of the NBA Finals, the off-season is officially here. After failing to make the playoffs for two consecutive seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers face a crucial off-season as…

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2015 NBA Draft: Karl-Anthony Towns To Meet With T-Wolves On Friday

With less than 10 days until the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers are currently working out numerous prospects for their 2nd, 27th and 34th picks. While the team has worked out Jahlil Okafor, Kristaps Porzingis, D'Angelo Russell and Emmanuel…

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Congratulates Warriors For Winning 2014-15 NBA Finals

On Tuesday, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games to earn their first championship in 40 years. While LeBron James averaged a near triple-double, Andre Iguodala was named the Finals MVP after averaging 16.3 points, 5.8…

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Lakers Rumors: Jimmy Butler Has ‘Increased’ Interest In Signing With L.A.

With less than 10 days until the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers are currently working out numerous prospects for their three picks. While the team has already worked out Jahlil Okafor, D'Angelo Russell and Emmanuel Mudiay, they have not…

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Lakers Schedule: Las Vegas Summer League Schedule Announced

With less than 10 days until the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers will be armed with the 2nd, 27th and 34th overall picks. While the team has been working out numerous prospects, the franchise is reportedly 'locked' on drafting…

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Lakers Rumors: Team A ‘Distant Third’ For LaMarcus Aldridge In Free Agency

Since the Los Angeles Lakers season ended without the playoffs for the second consecutive year, all the attention has been on the NBA Draft and free agency. While the Lakers were fortunate to land the second overall pick, free agency…

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NBA Rumors: DeMarre Carroll Could Get Four Year, $50 Million Contract

With 10 days until the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers will be armed with the 2nd, 27th and 34th overall picks. Depending on who the Minnesota Timberwolves select, the Lakers are reportedly 'locked' on selecting Jahlil Okafor. -- Have…

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Lakers Rumors: Kristaps Porzingis Giving Team ‘Something To Ponder’ At No. 2

With less than two weeks until the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers have the 2nd, 27th and 34th picks. While all the attention has been on Karl-Anthony Towns, Jahlil Okafor and D'Angelo Russell, another prospect has emerged for the…

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Lakers Rumors: D’Angelo Russell Canceled Weekend Workout With Sixers

UPDATE (June 12, 2015 at 10:54 AM PST): According to Keith Pompey of the Philly Inquirer, D'Angelo Russell canceled this weekend's workout with the Philadelphia 76ers because he was getting 'real sick' and there could be another workout in the…

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