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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NBA Rumors: TNT’s ‘Inside The NBA’ To Be Licensed To ESPN Starting Next Season

The NBA is set to undergo big changes next season as with their new media deal, TNT will no longer be broadcasting games with ESPN, ABC, NBA and Amazon taking over the right to nationally televised games. For a while,…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Not Surprised By Strong Performance From Dalton Knecht

After a slow start to the season, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has really started to come on strong in recent games. Saturday night's win over the New Orleans Pelicans was the best performance of Knecht's season as he…

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LeBron James Shows Love To Deion Sanders & Colorado Football

When NFL legend Deion Sanders took over as head coach of the University of Colorado, he had a lot of work to do to turn the football program around. In less than two years though, Sanders has done exactly that…

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Lakers Highlights: Anthony Davis, LeBron James & Dalton Knecht Lead Win Over Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers have found their groove in recent weeks, now winning five straight games after a 104-99 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. Both teams were missing some key pieces due to injury and with…

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Recap: Lakers Hang On To Beat Pelicans For Fifth Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling on Saturday night, going for their fifth straight win in a road contest against the New Orleans Pelicans. Both teams were running on fumes with key players out and in the…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Enjoys Competing Against Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their title defense in the Emirates NBA Cup on Friday night, hanging on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 120-115. As could be expected, it was an exceptional battle of the big men with…

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Lakers Vs. Pelicans Preview: Rui Hachimura & Cam Reddish Out In Second Of Road Back-To-Back

The Los Angeles Lakers have hit their stride over the last week, winning four straight games including one over the San Antonio Spurs to start their road trip. They now close out the trip on Saturday night in the second…

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Recap: Lakers Beat Spurs In Emirates NBA Cup Group Play Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers hit the road on Friday night, taking on the San Antonio Spurs in their first group play game of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup. The Lakers are looking to defend their title and need to take…

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Lakers Injury Report: Rui Hachimura Questionable Vs. Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers list Rui Hachimura (right ankle sprain) as questionable and Anthony Davis (left plantarfasciitis) as probable on their injury report for their upcoming game against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday. It marks the first group play…

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Lakers City Edition Jerseys & Merchandise On Sale

Los Angeles Lakers 2024-25 City Edition jerseys and merchandise officially went on sale on Thursday on the team's website and store. The Lakers unveiled their City Edition uniform for the 2024-25 season along with their first City Edition court earlier…

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