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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Recap: Lakers Comeback Attempt Falls Short Against Thunder, Ending Win Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling on Monday night when they welcomed the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder to town. These two teams boast arguably the top two MVP candidates right now, although neither was on the court…

Lakers Sign Kobe Bufkin To NBA Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed guard Kobe Bufkin to an NBA contract. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it is reported to be a two-year minimum contract with a team option in 2026-27. This…

Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bufkin Signing Two-Year Standard NBA Contract With Team Option

The Los Angeles Lakers made one trade at the deadline, swapping out Gabe Vincent for Luke Kennard, adding some much-needed 3-point shooting. After only making one move though, the Lakers left themselves with an open roster spot to add a…

Recap: Lakers Take Control In Second Half To Beat Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers were going for their third straight win on Saturday night, hosting the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena. There's always some extra intrigue when these two teams meet, although that wasn't necessarily the case in this…

Lakers Rumors: Changes Expected To Model Front Office After Dodgers This Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers have underwent some major changes over the last year with Jeanie and the Buss family selling their majority ownership stake to Mark Walter, who also owns the Los Angeles Dodgers. Walter has had a lot of…

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic Ruled Out, Luke Kennard Questionable Vs. Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors and Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) has been ruled out while Luke Kennard (trade pending) is questionable. Additionally, Adou Thiero (right MCL sprain) remains…

Luke Kennard Excited To Join Lakers, Hoping To Make Debut Saturday Vs. Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers didn't do much at the trade deadline, but they did make one deal, acquiring Luke Kennard from the Atlanta Hawks for Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick. Kennard will give the Lakers some much-needed outside…

Recap: Austin Reaves Leads Lakers To Comeback Victory Over 76ers

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, which means the focus for the Los Angeles Lakers can get back to basketball. The Lakers are coming off a successful 5-3 road trip and returned home to host the Philadelphia 76ers…

Lakers Injury Update: Luka Doncic Ruled Out Vs. 76ers

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that superstar Luka Doncic has been ruled out of Thursday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with left leg soreness. Doncic played 16 minutes in the first half, scoring 10 points with four rebounds, two…

Lakers Rumors: Focus Shifts To Buyout Market After Only Making One Deadline Trade

This has been a busy NBA trade deadline across the league, and the Los Angeles Lakers finally got in the mix early Thursday morning by reportedly trading Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for sharpshooter Luke…