Daniel Starkand

Daniel Starkand is a graduate from Chapman University with a degree in journalism and broadcast journalism. He grew up in Burbank, Calif. and played baseball at Burbank High and his first two years at Chapman. Along with serving as the managing editor for LakersNation.com, Daniel also serves as a senior writer, editor and social media manager for DodgerBlue.com Contact: daniel@mediumlargela.com
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Mavericks Star Anthony Davis Hoping To Return To Lineup Against Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night in their final group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup. The Lakers have already clinched their group and advanced to the knockout round, so there won't be any…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Hopes NBA Addresses Slippery NBA Cup Courts

The Los Angeles Lakers have advanced to the knockout round of the Emirates NBA Cup after beating the L.A. Clippers on Tuesday night to improve to 3-0 and win their group. As is usually the case when he plays the…

Recap: Lakers Beat Clippers To Win West Group B & Advance To Emirates NBA Cup Knockout Round

The Los Angeles Lakers returned home on Tuesday night and hosted the L.A. Clippers as part of Emirates NBA Cup group play. The Lakers had a chance to clinch their group and advance to the knockout stage with a win,…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Wants To Follow In Footsteps Of Kobe Bryant & LeBron James

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic and later signed him to a contract extension, they locked down their next superstar for years to come as the 26-year-old enters his prime. As is always the case in the Lakers…

Recap: Lakers Return To Action & Hang On To Beat Jazz

After a rare span on four days off, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Sunday night as they traveled for a rematch with the Utah Jazz. The Lakers beat the Jazz in L.A. earlier in the week…

Lakers Injury Update: Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Vs. Jazz

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was ruled out of the second half of Sunday night's game of the Utah Jazz with a right knee contusion. Ayton was dealing with an illness that kept him out of practice earlier in…

Joey & Jesse Buss Terminated From Lakers Front Office Roles

The Los Angeles Lakers is currently undergoing significant changes with Jeanie Buss and her family selling their majority ownership stake to Mark Walter, the owner of the L.A. Dodgers. With the sale, Walter is expected to keep Jeanie on as…

Lakers Rumors: Four Members Of Scouting Staff Fired

When Mark Walter purchased a majority ownership stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, he expressed that he values Jeanie Buss as a partner and would take his time implementing changes throughout the organization. It appears those changes are starting to…

Jesse Buss Saw Writing On Wall But Says Jeanie Buss ‘Fired Everyone’ Within Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are making some significant changes to their front office as they let go of Joey and Jesse Buss, as well as a majority of their scouting staff, on Thursday morning. When Mark Walter originally bought a…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Pushed For Luka Doncic To Be Last Starter Introduced

Since the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, there has been a clear shift in the organization, prioritizing his timeline over that of LeBron James. Considering James is turning 41 later this season and in his 23rd season, he understands…