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 Rumors: Ziaire Williams Signs One-Year Contract

It's been a busy offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers as they reshape their roster around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. While most of their work was done on the first few days or free agency given the Lakers' glut…

Sandro Mamukelashvili Understands Importance Of Playing For Lakers

As the Los Angeles Lakers completely overhauled their roster this offseason, one of the players they are counting on to do big things is Sandro Mamukelashvili. The former Toronto Raptors big man signed a four-year, $52 million contract with the…

Lakers Sign Collin Sexton To Two-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed free agent combo guard Collin Sexton to a two-year contract. The deal is reported to be for $19 million and includes a player option in the second year. Sexton was originally drafted…

Recap: Arthur Kaluma Leads Lakers To Win Over Mavericks In Las Vegas Summer League

After a strong showing in the Las Vegas Summer League opener, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep that momentum going on Saturday night when they took on the Dallas Mavericks at the Thomas & Mack Center. Unfortunately, Lakers first-round…

Lakers Summer League: Cameron Carr Admits Need For Improvement Defensively

Cameron Carr has been the early standout for the Los Angeles Lakers in Summer League as he has already shown to be a dynamic scorer. The first-round draft pick was exception in the California Classic and then picked up where…

Adou Thiero Feels Game Slowing Down For Him After Breakout Summer League Performance

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their 2026 Las Vegas Summer League slate on a high note, cruising to an easy victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder behind a stellar performance from Adou Thiero. The second-year forward filled up the…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Officially Acquired From Hornets

On July 11, 1996, the Los Angeles Lakers officially completed a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire Kobe Bryant...

Recap: Lakers Put On Show To Beat Thunder In Las Vegas Summer League Opener

After a solid 2-1 performance in the California Classic, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to continue that momentum when they took on the Oklahoma City Thunder to kick off Las Vegas Summer League play at Thomas & Mack Center on…

Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler In Sign-And-Trade With Jazz

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have acquired center Walker Kessler is a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz in exchange for unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033 and first-round swaps in 2028 and 2030. As part of the deal,…

Lakers Rumors: Hawks Want Pick Swap In Jonathan Kuminga Sign-And-Trade

As the Los Angeles Lakers look for a starting power forward, Jonathan Kuminga has emerged as their top option on the free agent market. For the Lakers to be able to offer Kuminga a contract he would take, they either…