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: LeBron James & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James (left foot injury management) has been ruled out of Sunday night's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Marcus Smart (back spasms) is also listed as out and will miss his second straight…

Recap: Lakers Beat Mavericks To Finish Undefeated In Emirates NBA Cup Group Play

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Black Friday, hosting Anthony Davis and the Dallas Mavericks as Luka Doncic faced his former team for the first time this season. The Lakers already clinched West Group B in the…

Mavericks Vs. Lakers Injury Report: Anthony Davis & Deandre Ayton Return, Marcus Smart Ruled Out

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Deandre Ayton (right knee contusion) will return to action on Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks after a one-game absence. Marcus Smart (back spasms) has been ruled out after originally being listed as questionable.…

Lakers News: LeBron James Focused On Winning Regardless Of Role

For the first time in his 23-year career, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James appears to be taking a bit of a back seat. The Lakers got off to a great start without him this season with Luka Doncic playing…

Lakers Will Not Use Slippery Emirates NBA Cup Court Against Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers debuted their 2025 Emirates NBA Cup court during Tuesday night's win over the L.A. Clippers, although there were some issues. Throughout the course of the game, a number of players slipped and fell on the court.…

LeBron James Pleased With What Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart & Jake LaRavia Have Brought To Lakers

Many people weren't sure what to expect from the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but so far they have been one of the best teams in the NBA at 13-4. And that's despite LeBron James missing the first 14 games…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Praises Jaxson Hayes’ Growth As Playmaker

With how well Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been playing to start the season, most teams eventually come to the same conclusion and that's that they need to blitz him on pick-and-rolls to get the ball out of…

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Feels Luka Doncic Getting More Comfortable In L.A.

The future trajectory of the Los Angeles Lakers organization completely changed last February when they acquired Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks. A true superstar at the age of 26 usually doesn't become available very often in the NBA, but…

Mavericks Star Anthony Davis Hoping To Return To Lineup Against Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night in their final group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup. The Lakers have already clinched their group and advanced to the knockout round, so there won't be any…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Hopes NBA Addresses Slippery NBA Cup Courts

The Los Angeles Lakers have advanced to the knockout round of the Emirates NBA Cup after beating the L.A. Clippers on Tuesday night to improve to 3-0 and win their group. As is usually the case when he plays the…