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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Why LeBron James Felt Rob Pelinka & Lakers Took Him For Granted

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James' season was one of firsts for the legendary forward. He was playing on an expiring contract for really the first time in his career, and then he missed Opening Night and the first 14…

Lakers Rumors: Luka Doncic Hamstring Injury Was Worse Than Originally Reported

When Luka Doncic went down with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on April 2, it effectively marked the end of the Los Angeles Lakers' season. There was hope that Doncic would be able to return in the playoffs, but…

Lakers To ‘Explore’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Scenarios This Summer

This NBA offseason should be an interesting one and the biggest domino to fall could be Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks flirted with trading Antetokounmpo at the deadline this past year, but ultimately held onto him. Their organization…

Austin Reaves Taking Things ‘Day-By-Day’ Ahead Of Potential Free Agency

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers' season has come to an end after being swept by the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, Austin Reaves has a lot to think about regarding his future. Reaves has a player…

Lakers On Wrong Side Of History In Series Vs. Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers' second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder has been a tale of two halves through three games. In the first halves, the Lakers have hung with the Thunder, only being outscored by five total points in…

JJ Redick Not Giving Up Despite Lakers Falling Down 3-0 To Thunder

JJ Redick has tried everything in the Los Angeles Lakers' series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but to no avail. The Lakers are clearly outmanned in this series, especially without Luka Doncic in the lineup. They have been able to…

Marcus Smart: Lakers Need To Empty Tank & Play ‘Desperate’ Against Thunder

Marcus Smart finds himself in a familiar position after the Los Angeles Lakers dropped Game 3 to fall down 3-0 in their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Back in 2023 when he was a member of the Boston…

JJ Redick: Thunder Are ‘Incredible Basketball Team’

The Los Angeles Lakers' series against the Oklahoma City Thunder has followed the same script for three straight games as JJ Redick's team has been able to keep up with the defending champs in the first half before falling into…

LeBron James Believes Lakers Lacked Energy In 3rd Quarter Of Game 3 Loss To Thunder

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers find themselves on the brink of elimination after dropping Game 3 at home to the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder. All three games have followed a similar script with the Lakers keeping up with…

Austin Reaves Explains Frustration, Incident With Official In Game 2 Loss

Austin Reaves had arguably the best postseason game of his career in the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 2 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but that got lost in the shuffle due to his and the team's frustration with the…