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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Potential Lakers Target Steven Adams Signs Extension With Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers need to make significant improvements this offseason in order to get back into championship contention, but unfortunately they have limited resources to make it happen. The Lakers don't have cap space and only have one tradable…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Leads L.A. To 15th Championship With Game 5 Win Over Magic In 2009 NBA Finals

On June 14, 2009, Kobe Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers to a Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic in the NBA...

Lakers Rumors: Dorian Finney-Smith Underwent Left Ankle Surgery

While the Los Angeles Lakers' blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic stole all the headlines, they made another under-the-radar move this past season when they acquired Dorian Finney-Smith from the Brooklyn Nets. The Lakers have been looking for a quality 3-and-D…

Lakers News: LeBron James Calls Orlando Bubble Postseason ‘Purest Form Of Hoops’

The 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers were a special group as they overcame a ton of adversity to win the NBA Championship. Whether it be their preseason China trip, the death of Kobe Bryant or the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Lakers…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Explains Why He Said It’s Easier To Score In NBA Than Europe

Current Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic made headlines early in his career when he said it is easier to score in the NBA than it was in Europe. So far though, Doncic has proven that be true as in…

Lakers News: LeBron James Criticizes People Saying He Has ‘No Bag’

Even though Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is the NBA's all-time leading scorer, he has also received criticism for the style in which he plays. Naturally, James uses brute force as he is one of the most physically gifted…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Hopes To Be ‘Somewhere Close’ To Level Of ‘Favorite Player’ Kobe Bryant

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is looking to win his first NBA Championship and like a lot of other athletes, he is using Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as inspiration. Gilgeous-Alexander never got the chance to meet or…

Adam Silver: League Will Consider Bringing Back NBA Finals Trophy & Logo To Courts

When the 2025 NBA Finals kicked off between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City, a lot of people on social media were upset with the presentation of it all on ABC. They didn't show the National Anthem or starting lineup…

Lakers To Host Suns, Warriors, Mavericks & Kings As Part Of 2025 Preseason Schedule

The Los Angeles Lakers announced four games they will host as part of the 2025 preseason schedule. Preseason tips off for the Lakers on Oct. 3 in Greater Palm Springs at Acrisure Arena when they host the Phoenix Suns. The…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Reveals Pros & Cons Of Los Angeles

Luka Doncic's life turned upside down this past season when he was unexpectedly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Players of Doncic's caliber don't typically get traded without requesting it, much less in the middle of…

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