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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Lakers Video: Dwight Howard, Carmelo Anthony & 2025 Class Receive Hall Of Fame Jackets

The 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class is officially being inducted this weekend, and there are some members of the Los Angeles Lakers family involved. NBA legends Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony both wrapped up their Hall of…

This Day In Lakers History: Chick Hearn Becomes First Broadcaster Inducted Into Basketball Hall Of Fame

On Sept. 5, 2003, the legendary Chick Hearn of the Los Angeles Lakers became the first broadcaster inducted into the Basketball...

Rob Pelinka Explains Why Lakers Support Luka Doncic Playing For Slovenia In EuroBasket

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will be in action on Thursday morning as he and Slovenia kick off FIBA EuroBasket 2025 group play against Poland. Doncic is in great shape heading into the tournament after transforming his body this…

Lakers Extend Spanish Radio Agreement With KWKW 1330

The Los Angeles Lakers and Lotus Communications announced the extension of Spanish-language radio rights, ensuring KWKW 1330 will continue broadcasting games for years to come. KWKW has served as the official Spanish-language radio broadcast home of the Los Lakers since…

Lakers Sign Center Kylor Kelley

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed center Kylor Kelley. The terms of the deal were not disclosed but it is presumably an Exhibit 10 contract. That would allow the Lakers to have Kelley for training camp and the…

LeBron James Congratulates Tommy Fleetwood On First PGA Tour Win

This has been a summer of firsts for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. For the first time in his career, he will be playing on an expiring contract as he decided to pick up his player option for the…

Jeanie Buss & Pau Gasol Celebrate Kobe Bryant On Mamba Day

Every August, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is celebrated as his birthday is on the 23rd and then Mamba Day is on the 24th due to the date being his two jersey numbers, 8 and 24. Bryant was tragically…

Lakers Rumors: Warriors Have Inquired About LeBron James Trade On ‘Multiple Occasions’

With the start of training camp just over a month away, the Los Angeles Lakers' roster is essentially set for the start of the 2025-26 season. Perhaps the only uncertainty involves the future of LeBron James. Despite picking up his…

How To Watch Lakers Star Luka Doncic & Slovenia In EuroBasket

After signing his contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic headed back home to begin preparation with the Slovenian National Team for the upcoming FIBA EuroBasket tournament. Despite just signing his new deal, the Lakers supported Doncic's decision…

Lakers Injury Update: Luka Doncic To Return To Practice With Slovenia On Monday

The Los Angeles Lakers received a bit of a scare on Saturday morning when superstar Luka Doncic appeared to hurt his knee while playing in an exhibition game for Slovenia against Latvia ahead of EuroBasket. Doncic got his team off…