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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This Day In Lakers History: Game 6 Win Over Heat Clinches 2020 NBA Championship

The 2019-20 NBA season was one of the craziest ever as the league was forced to shut down due to the coronavirus...

LeBron James Out For Lakers Season Opener Due To Sciatica Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that superstar LeBron James will be re-evaluated in approximately 3-4 weeks with sciatica on his right side. That means he will miss the season opener against the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 21. It remains…

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Has Not Yet Gotten To Work With Luka Doncic & LeBron James

The training camp and preseason is crucial for the Los Angeles Lakers to integrate their new players into the system, particularly starting center Deandre Ayton. Unfortunately, the Lakers are through five practices and two preseason games, and they're yet to…

JJ Redick: Marcus Smart Looked ‘Awesome’ In Return To Lakers Practice

When the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off training camp last week, one player who was notably absent from the practice court was Marcus Smart. The newly-acquired guard projects to be a big piece of this team, but he was dealing…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Likely To Sit Out Entire Preseason

The Los Angeles Lakers have kicked off training camp and played two preseason games, although a number of key players have been out. Luka Doncic hasn't played yet in order to keep him fresh after playing in EuroBasket over the…

Lakers Video: LeBron James ‘Second Decision’ Tease Was Hennessy Ad

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James sent social media into a frenzy on Monday when he announced a "Second Decision" would be coming on Tuesday morning. James infamously had "The Decision" in the summer of 2010 when he chose to…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Lose To Warriors In Road Preseason Game

After dropping their preseason opener against the Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Sunday night as they hit the road to take on the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. As was the case in…

Austin Reaves, LeBron James & Luka Doncic Among Lakers Players Ruled Out Of Preseason Game Vs. Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick announced that Austin Reaves is out in Sunday night's preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. He joins Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Maxi Kleber and Adou Thiero on…

Deandre Ayton Wanted To Show Commitment To Defense In Lakers Preseason Debut

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate with a loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, which was the first look at new starting center Deandre Ayton in purple and gold. Ayton has been known for his…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Discusses Preseason Plans For Luka Doncic & LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate on Friday night in Palm Springs against the Phoenix Suns, although superstars LeBron James and Luka Doncic were among the players that didn't suit up. James has been dealing with a…