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 Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Jaxson Hayes Questionable Vs. Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers are listing Luka Doncic (left finger sprain) and Jaxson Hayes (left knee soreness) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. LeBron James (right sciatica), Adou Thiero (left knee surgery recovery) and Maxi Kleber (abdominal…

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Letting Game Come To Him

Deandre Ayton was the subject of a lot of criticism after the Los Angeles Lakers' season opening loss to the Golden State Warriors due to his lack of aggression. He was able to flip the script in the Lakers' second…

Austin Reaves Believes Luka Doncic Can Average 40 Points For Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is off to a terrific start to the season as through two games, he is averaged 46 points, 11.5 rebounds and 8.5 assists while shooting 62% from the field. Doncic's latest outing was arguably…

Marcus Smart Knows He Doesn’t Need To Put Up Stats To Make Big Impact For Lakers

When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcus Smart, they knew they were bringing in someone that can set the tone defensively and bring some much-needed toughness to the roster. He did exactly that in their win over the Minnesota Timberwolves…

JJ Redick Pleased With Lakers’ Third Quarter Vs. Timberwolves

Third quarters have been a struggle for the Los Angeles Lakers in recent years and that was again the case to start this season. After getting outscored in the third quarter in all six of their preseason games, the Lakers…

Recap: Luka Doncic Drops 49 To Lead Lakers To Revenge Victory Over Timberwolves

After dropping their season opener, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Friday night, hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. This, of course, was a rematch of last year's playoffs when the Lakers were eliminated in five…

Lakers Injury Update: Jaxson Hayes Ruled Out Vs. Timberwolves Due To Left Knee Soreness

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick announced that center Jaxson Hayes (left knee soreness) has been ruled out of Friday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Hayes originally was not on the Lakers' injury report before being downgraded to…

Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Calls For Deandre Ayton To Step Up

The Los Angeles Lakers' biggest move this offseason was signing Deandre Ayton to be their starting center after he was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers. It's no secret that the Lakers essentially ended last season without a center…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Lays Out Goals For 2025-26 Season

JJ Redick's first season as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers was nothing short of a roller coaster. It started with being hired in an unusual fashion as the former sharpshooter had never previously coached at any level. Redick…

Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Not On Lakers’ Injury Report Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Friday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are both not on it despite getting banged up in the season opener. LeBron James (right sciatica), Adou…