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: LeBron James & Anthony Davis Pushing Organization To Make Trades

At the midway point of the 2024-25 regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers sit at sixth place in the Western Conference. They have once again gotten exceptional seasons from LeBron James and Anthony Davis, but if they want to compete…

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Lakers Rumors: Jarred Vanderbilt Medically Cleared To Make Season Debut Vs. Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers have greatly missed Jarred Vanderbilt this season as the forward has not yet been able to suit up due to foot and knee issues. Vanderbilt underwent surgery on both of his feet this past offseason and…

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Recap: LeBron James Records Triple-Double To Lead Lakers To Easy Win Over Wizards

Coming off a rough loss to the L.A. Clippers, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to get back on track on Tuesday night when they hosted the Washington Wizards at Crypto.com Arena. On paper it appeared to be a prime opportunity…

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Lakers Rumors: Standing Pat Or Making Half-Measure Trade More Likely Than Going All-In

As the NBA trade deadline approaches, it has become clear that the Los Angeles Lakers need to make more moves if they want to compete for a championship. Rob Pelinka's recent acquisition of Dorian Finney-Smith was a good one, but…

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LeBron James: Lakers Have ‘No Room For Error’ As Currently Constructed

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a disappointing loss to the L.A. Clippers in their first game at Intuit Dome as they were never really in it. The defeat dropped the Lakers to 22-18 on the season which…

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JJ Redick Makes Stunning Admission About Lakers Roster

As the midway point of the 2024-25 season approaches, the Los Angeles Lakers are in an interesting spot as new head coach JJ Redick has them at sixth in a loaded Western Conference. It's no secret that the Lakers' roster…

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Lakers Video: Cam & Max Christie Exchanges Jerseys After Playing Against Each Other For First Time

The Los Angeles Lakers may have suffered a disappointing loss to the L.A. Clippers on Sunday night, but it was a special day for Max Christie and his family. Max's younger brother Cam got drafted by the Clippers in the…

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Expects To Play Against Wizards Despite Banging Knees Vs. Clippers

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered one of their worst losses of the season on Sunday night as they were blown out by the L.A. Clippers in their first game at Intuit Dome, being outplayed from the jump. To make matters…

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Recap: Clippers Beat Lakers With Ease In First Trip To Intuit Dome

Every game this century between the Los Angeles Lakers and L.A. Clippers had been played at Crypto.com Arena until Sunday night when the two teams squared off at the brand new Intuit Dome in Inglewood for the first time. The…

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Trey Jemison III Grateful To Be With Lakers After Almost Quitting Basketball

The Los Angeles Lakers recently added some frontcourt depth by signing former New Orleans Pelicans center Trey Jemison III to a two-way contract. It didn't take long for Jemison to find the court for the Lakers as he made his…

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