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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LeBron James Describes Emotions After Lakers’ Series Loss To Timberwolves

LeBron James has made it clear that at this stage of his career he is only playing to compete for championships, but unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers fell well short of that as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated them in five…

Lakers News: LeBron James Won’t Attend Met Gala Due To Knee Injury

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers saw their season come to a disappointing end with a first-round playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers had championship aspirations after winning 50 games and clinching the No. 3 seed in…

Luka Doncic: Everyone On Lakers Needs To Get Better This Summer

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, they were hoping to make a deep postseason run despite not having a roster that was formed to their new superstar. Ultimately, their weaknesses got exposed in the postseason as they were…

Lakers News: Maxi Kleber Feeling Healthy Heading Into Offseason

With the Los Angeles Lakers facing elimination, JJ Redick was short on rotation options, particularly in the frontcourt. After playing just five players for the entire second half of their Game 4 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Redick was searching…

Lakers Rumors: Willing To Offer Luka Doncic Whatever Contract Extension Structure He Desires

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic in a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Mavericks, they believed they locked up their long-term future with a superstar to build around for years to come. Even though he was caught off…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Suffered Grade 2 MCL Sprain In Game 5 Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games in the first round, which means LeBron James' 22nd NBA season has come to an end. Despite the disappointing finish, it was still an exceptional season for James…

Recap: Lakers Lose Game 5 To Timberwolves, Ending 2024-25 Season

After dropping back-to-back games on the road, the Los Angeles Lakers found themselves on the brink of elimination with a 3-1 series deficit against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The series shifted back to Crypto.com Arena for Game 5 on Wednesday night…

Lakers Injury Update: Maxi Kleber Upgraded To Questionable For Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers have released their injury report and upgraded Maxi Kleber (right foot surgery recovery) to questionable for Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This marks the first time Kleber hasn't been ruled out since being traded to…

JJ Redick Doesn’t Think Fatigue Has Led To Lakers’ Fourth-Quarter Struggles Vs. Timberwolves

JJ Redick took a gamble in the second half of the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 4 contest with the Minnesota Timberwolves, playing Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and Dorian Finney-Smith the entire 24 minutes without making any…

JJ Redick: Lakers Are ‘On Edge’ Heading Into Must-Win Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves

In what appeared to be a very promising first season for JJ Redick as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, they are now fighting for their lives facing a 3-1 series deficit to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first…

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