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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Deandre Ayton: ‘Pretty Cool’ To Make Lakers History With 10-For-10 Shooting Night

The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night, and a big reason for that was the play of Deandre Ayton inside. Ayton finished with 25 points and 13 rebounds on 10-for-10…

Lakers News: LeBron James Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has always honored the greats that came before him, whether that be in sports or the world in general. Monday marks Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as the NBA is celebrating the leader…

Lakers Highlights: Deandre Ayton Perfect In Win Over Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy lately, playing five games in seven nights with a pair of flights mixed into that. They have mostly struggled during this stretch with numerous key players in and out of the lineup, but…

Recap: Lakers Close 5-Game In 7-Day Stretch With Dominant Win Over Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been struggling as of late, losing five of their last six games, with injuries playing a big role in that. Things didn't get any easier for the Lakers on Sunday as they returned home to…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Keep Up With Trail Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers are going through a rough stretch of their schedule, playing five games in seven nights. That continued on Saturday night when they traveled to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in the first night of a…

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic Out, Deandre Ayton & Jaxson Hayes Questionable Vs. Trail Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Saturday's game on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers and Luka Doncic (left groin soreness), Austin Reaves (left calf strain) and Adou Thiero (right MCL sprain) are out while Deandre…

NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Looking For ‘Bargain Deals’

After a hot start to the season, the Los Angeles Lakers have cooled off in recent weeks, showing they need to improve their roster at the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5 if they want to compete for a championship.…

Lakers Rumors: Austin Reaves Didn’t Pay Attention To Rich Paul’s Comments

Austin Reaves has improved in every season since signing with the Los Angeles Lakers as an undrafted free agent, and that continued to start this year. Reaves was playing at an All-Star level for the Lakers and was a massive…

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…