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 Vs. Thunder: Rui Hachimura Out, Other Key Players Questionable

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder and Rui Hachimura (left patellar tendinopathy) has been ruled out. Additionally, Luka Doncic (right groin strain), Dorian Finney-Smith (left ankle effusion), LeBron James (left…

Recap: Luka Doncic & Lakers Crush Thunder From Start To Finish On Road

Desperate for wins as the regular season winds down, the Los Angeles Lakers faced a tough road test on Sunday afternoon as they traveled to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder have already locked up the No. 1…

Lakers News: LeBron James Lobbies For Austin Reaves To Win NBA Most Improved Player Award

The biggest success story in the Los Angeles Lakers organization in recent years is that of Austin Reaves, who went from undrafted free agent that earned a contract in 2021 to a legit All-Star caliber player this season. Reaves has…

Lakers Square Off Against Thunder With Limited Margin For Error In Western Conference Standings

The home stretch of the NBA regular season is here and the Los Angeles Lakers face a tough test over the next few days, traveling to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder on both Sunday and Tuesday. The Lakers are…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Discusses What Makes Thunder So Great

As they look to lock up the best seed possible ahead of the playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers have a tough test ahead of them as they square off against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road on both Sunday…

Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Focused On Being Aggressive & Himself When On Court

After not getting into the Los Angeles Lakers' loss to the Golden State Warriors, Dalton Knecht was back in the rotation on Friday and provided a spark for his team. With the Lakers falling into an early deficit against the…

Austin Reaves Shooting With Confidence After Setting Certain Lakers Franchise 3-Point Record

Austin Reaves' development with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a joy to watch as he has improved immensely in each of his four seasons with the team. He is having an All-Star caliber season and continues to get better…

Recap: Austin Reaves & Lakers Pull Away Late To Beat Pelicans

Coming off a tough loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers were presented with an immediate chance to get back on track as they hosted the New Orleans Pelicans in the second night of a back-to-back on…

Lakers News: LeBron James Discusses Challenges New-Look Warriors Present

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James' biggest rival in the back half of his career has been Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. He has faced many different iterations of that team and they all have been great battles,…

JJ Redick Discusses Importance Of Home-Court Advantage For Lakers In Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers are a weird bunch as despite having a veteran roster, they have been much better at home than on the road this season. They have one of the best home records in the league at 29-10,…

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