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 News: Austin Reaves Got Redemption With Game-Winner Vs. Timberwolves

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has made significant improves in each of his five seasons with the team, and that appears to be the case again to start this one. With LeBron James and Luka Doncic out, Reaves has…

Lakers Video: Anthony Edwards & Timberwolves Fans Want To Know Who Jake LaRavia Is

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up arguably their best victory on Wednesday night as they went on the road and beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, 116-115, on a buzzer-beater by Austin Reaves. For much of the night it was looking like…

LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Pau Gasol & More Reactions To Austin Reaves’ Game-Winner For Lakers

With LeBron James, Luka Doncic and others out, Austin Reaves has stepped up his game for the Los Angeles Lakers. Earlier this week, he had a 51-point game and then followed it up with a 41-point performance. He looked to…

Lakers Injury Update: Luka Doncic Still Day-To-Day & Could Return In Next Couple Games

The Los Angeles Lakers have been hit by the injury bug early in the season as LeBron James has yet to play and Luka Doncic went down in just his third game. Doncic suffered both a left finger sprain and…

Recap: Austin Reaves Game-Winner Helps Shorthanded Lakers Beat Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers were back on the road on Wednesday night, taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves in a rematch of last week's victory at Crypto.com Arena. Both teams looked a little different this time, however, as superstars Luka Doncic…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Keep Up With Trail Blazers On Second Night Of Back-To-Back

After an impressive shorthanded win on the road over the Sacramento Kings, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and hosted the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Given it was their first back-to-back of the season, the Lakers were severely…

Lakers Players Have Been ‘Trolling’ Deandre Ayton Before Games To Get Him Fired Up

When the Los Angeles Lakers brought in Deandre Ayton this past summer, they were hoping to add a two-way presence who could give them a much-needed boost at the center position. He did exactly that in Sunday night's win over…

Recap: Austin Reaves Has Career Night To Lead Shorthanded Lakers To Win Over Kings

After picking up their first win of the season against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers hit the road for the first time this season to take on the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Luka Doncic has gotten off…

Lakers Injury Update: Gabe Vincent Ruled Out Vs. Kings With Left Ankle Sprain

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that point guard Gabe Vincent has been ruled out on Sunday night's game with a left ankle sprain after rolling it early in the third quarter. The injury comes at an unfortunate time as the…

Lakers Injury Update: Luka Doncic Out Against Kings & Will Be Re-Evaluated In 1 Week

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been ruled out of Sunday night's game against the Sacramento Kings with a left finger sprain and lower leg contusion and will be re-evaluated in one week. This is tough blow for Doncic,…