Dan Duangdao

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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.

Lakers Rumors: ‘None’ Of 2019 NBA Free Agents Want To Be Second Star To LeBron James

After the Los Angeles Lakers successfully signed LeBron James, they are now looking to added another max-contract player in 2019 free agency…
Luke Walton, Lakers

Luke Walton Explains Decision To Not Play Lonzo Ball Or Josh Hart Late Vs. Timberwolves

After a 4-6 start to the 2018-19 NBA season, Luke Walton and the Los Angeles Lakers are trying to find a winning formula…
Vince Carter

Vince Carter Passes Lakers Legend Jerry West For 21st On NBA All-Time Field Goals Made List

Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter passed Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West for 21st on the NBA’s all-time field goals made list on Tuesday night. Carter’s 9,017th field…

Tyson Chandler Officially Signs With Lakers After Suns Buyout, Clearing Waivers

The Los Angeles Lakers officially sign Tyson Chandler after he was bought out by the Phoenix Suns and cleared waivers…

Lakers News: LeBron James Not Fazed By Franchise-Worst First Quarter Vs. Raptors

In the midst of a two-game winning streak, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a franchise-worst first quarter…
Josh Hart, LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma

Lakers News: LeBron James Patient, But Not Giving Young Core Pass ‘For Not Practicing Excellence Every Day’

An intriguing free agency gave way to the Los Angeles Lakers assembling a unique roster that balances veterans who want to win now and a developing…

LeBron James Believes Lakers ‘Much More Of A Unit’ Since 2018-19 NBA Season Opener

Since the Magic Johnson-Luke Walton report surfaced, many have been wondering what LeBron James thought of their meeting. Labeled as a ‘coach killer’ throughout…

Luke Walton ‘Proud’ Of Lakers ‘Continuing To Fight’ Despite Franchise-Worst First Quarter Against Raptors

After ending their 16-game losing streak to the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center, the Los Angeles Lakers hosted…

Lakers News: Luke Walton Believes ‘Difficult’ Fourth Quarters ‘Makes The Learning Curve A Lot Higher’

For the second consecutive game, Luke Walton watched the Los Angeles Lakers lead by double digits but barely escape with a win. After surviving against…

Lakers News: Luke Walton Prioritizing ‘Getting Better’ Over Winning

Heading into the 2018-19 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers emphasized the need for patience with LeBron James and the young core. However, after a 3-5…