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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Recap: Luka Doncic & LeBron James Lead Lakers To Win Over Rockets To Clinch Tiebreaker

The Los Angeles Lakers went into Wednesday night playing their best basketball of the season, winners of six straight, including a few over playoff teams. They kicked off their road trip by beating the Houston Rockets, and the two teams…

Recap: Lakers Earn Ugly Victory Over Rockets To Extend Winning Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling as of late, winning five straight games, including some against Western Conference contenders. They had a chance to keep that going on Monday night when they hit the road for the start of…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Named Western Conference Player Of The Week For March 9-15

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played on March 9-15, it was announced by the NBA. During the week, Doncic led the Lakers to a 3-0 record with impressive wins…

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Explains Why He Said ‘I Love You’ To Basketball In Nuggets Win

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves went through a roller coaster of emotions during Saturday night's win over the Denver Nuggets. With the team trailing by two in the final minute, Reaves got stripped by Nikola Jokic on a drive…

Recap: Luka Doncic Drops 51 To Lead Lakers To Win Over Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers were going for their fourth straight win when they took the court against the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena. LeBron James missed the previous three games but was back in action for this…

Recap: Lakers Dominate Second Half To Earn Impressive Win Over Timberwolves

Coming off one of their best wins of the season against the New York Knicks, the Los Angeles Lakers faced another tough test on Tuesday when they took on the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers got some unfortunate…

Lakers Injury Updates: Jaxson Hayes & Maxi Kleber Ruled Out Vs. Timberwolves

Prior to Tuesday night's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers ruled out Jaxson Hayes (back soreness) and Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain). Neither were on the injury report, but after warming up obviously felt they weren't able…

Lakers Injury Update: LeBron James Out Vs. Timberwolves

After originally being listed as questionable with a right hip contusion and left foot arthritis, the Los Angeles Lakers have downgraded LeBron James to out for Tuesday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This means James will be missing his…

Luka Doncic Fined For Inappropriate Gesture Towards Officials In Lakers Win Over Knicks

Los Angeles Lakers star Luke Doncic has been fine $50,000 for directing an inappropriate and unprofessional gestures towards a game official, it was announced on Tuesday by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations with the NBA. The…

Lakers News: LeBron James Critical Of Inconsistent NBA Officiating

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has always been a difficult player to officiate due to combination of size, strength and speed. James can finish through contact better than just about anyone in NBA history, leading to a lot of…