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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Marcus Smart: Lakers Need To Adapt To Officiating Instead Of Complaining

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered another disappointing loss on Thursday night, getting blown out by the Charlotte Hornets on their home court. These type of losses have become a theme for the Lakers as they have struggled against athletic, physical…

Recap: Lakers Defense Struggles In Blowout Loss To Hornets

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up one of their best wins of the season against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday and were looking to build off that when they hosted the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday. The Lakers have typically fared…

Lakers Rumors: Looking To Trade 2032 First-Round Pick For Package Of Multiple Firsts

The 2026 NBA trade deadline is just around the corner and it has become clear that the Los Angeles Lakers need to make moves to upgrade their roster if they want to compete for a championship. The Lakers are known…

Lakers News: LeBron James Makes It Clear Rich Paul’s Podcast Thoughts Don’t Reflect His Own

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James' agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports has made a lot of headlines since he started a new podcast with Max Kellerman, and not necessarily for the right reasons. Paul has spoken about the Lakers…

Recap: Lakers Cruise To Victory Over Hawks To Snap Losing Streak

After a disappointing road loss to the Sacramento Kings, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and hosted the Atlanta Hawks in the second night of a back-to-back on Tuesday. Lakers stars Luka Doncic and LeBron James were originally listed as…

JJ Redick: Lakers’ Poor 3-Point Shooting Has Become Theme

The Los Angeles Lakers have now lost three straight games and their latest one might be their worst all season as they were blown out by the Sacramento Kings on the road. The difference in the game was at the…

Recap: Lakers Suffer Disappointing Loss To Kings For Third Straight Defeat

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off a difficult five-game in seven-day stretch on Monday night, going on the road to take on the Sacramento Kings. There was some added intrigue for this game after Dennis Schroder recently got into a…

Lakers Rumors: Interest In Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga Going Back To Offseason

It's become clear that the Los Angeles Lakers need to make moves to upgrade their roster before the trade deadline if they want to make a legit run at competing for a championship. The Lakers have a solid record at…

Kings’ Dennis Schroder Suspended For Attempting To Strike Lakers’ Luka Doncic After Dec. 28 Game

The NBA has suspended Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder for three games for confronting and attempting to strike another player 40 minutes after the Los Angeles Lakers' win at Crypto.com Arena on Dec. 28. The Lakers cruised to a 125-101…

Recap: Lakers Fall To Bucks For First Clutch Time Loss Of Season

After splitting their two-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home on Friday night to host the Milwaukee Bucks. While LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo were originally listed as questionable with injuries, they both were able to suit up,…