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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Jalen Duren Reportedly Schedules Second Meeting With Lakers After ‘Productive’ First Call

At the start of free agency on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers' focus was on young restricted free agent big men as they reportedly met with both Walker Kessler in person and Jalen Duren on a call. It remains to…

Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes And Walker Kessler Appear To Be Lakers’ Free Agency Priorities

The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of work to do in free agency to improve their roster in the wake of LeBron James' expected departure. With free agency getting underway on Tuesday afternoon, their focus appears to be on…

Lakers Rumors: Luke Kennard Signing With Phoenix Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers' trade deadline acquisition of Luke Kennard proved to be a big one as he stepped up in the playoffs in the absence of the team's injured stars. Kennard seemed to fit in perfectly with the Lakers…

Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Interest In Quentin Grimes

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers know LeBron James won't be returning to the team, they have a lot of money to spend in free agency when it gets underway on Tuesday afternoon. One potential target who could makes sense…

Warriors & Cavaliers Expected To Be Suitors For LeBron James

On the morning of the start of NBA free agency, LeBron James dropped a bomb on the Los Angeles Lakers by letting them know he will not be returning to the team. That means the Lakers can begin building their…

LeBron James Informs Lakers He Will Play Elsewhere In 2026-27

After the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs, LeBron James made it clear that he would take some time and speak with his family before making any decisions on his future. James still played at an extremely high…

Bronny James’ Lakers Contract Fully Guaranteed For 2026-27 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of decisions to make this offseason, and one of them is the contract status of Bronny James. As James heads into the third season of his four-year rookie deal, only $1,258,873 of his…

Lakers Rumors: Nick Smith Jr. Team Option Declined

This offseason should be an interesting one for the Los Angeles Lakers as a lot of moves need to be made in order to vault them into championship contention. The Lakers have a lot of roster spots to fill, and…

Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Walker Kessler & Jalen Duren Meeting With Teams

It remains to be seen what direction the Los Angeles Lakers are headed in free agency, but they need to address the center position beyond just bringing back Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes. The two best on the market are…

Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart Declines Player Option To Become Free Agent

Coming off a season in which he revived his career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Marcus Smart had a decision to make. He was given a player option for the 2026-27 season worth $5.4 million that he needed to decide…