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: LeBron James Helps Lakers Close Out Victory Over 76ers

After splitting the first two games of their road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to end it on a high note when they took on the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday evening. Marcus Smart remained out for L.A., although LeBron…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Announces Birth Of Second Daughter

The Los Angeles Lakers have split the first two of their three-game East Coast road trip and have done so despite being without superstar Luka Doncic. Doncic has been away from the team due to personal reasons and without him,…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Blown Out By Celtics In Second Night Of Back-To-Back

Coming off their buzzer-beating win over the Toronto Raptors, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Friday night, continuing their road trip against the rival Boston Celtics. The Lakers were shorthanded in this one as Luka Doncic and…

Lakers News: LeBron James Believes Double-Digit Scoring Streak Ended In ‘Perfect Way’

The last time Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James had failed to score double digits in a regular-season game, George W. Bush was still president and the first iPhone had just been introduced. In the Lakers' recent loss to the…

Recap: Lakers Beat Raptors On Rui Hachimura Buzzer-Beater As LeBron James Double-Digit Streak Ends

After a rough loss to the Phoenix Suns, things didn't get any easier for the Los Angeles Lakers as they kicked off a challenging three-game-in-four-day road trip against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. The Lakers were without both Luka…

Former Lakers Center Elden Campbell Dies At Age 57

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Elden Campbell has died at the age of 57, according to a report from the L.A. Times. Campbell was 57 years of age and the cause of the death is not known. Campbell was born…

JJ Redick Believes ‘Monstars’ Took Over Lakers’ Brains In Loss To Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers went into Monday night's game against the Phoenix Suns winners of seven straight as everything seemed to be coming together for JJ Redick's team. This league can humble you real quick though and that's exactly what…

LeBron James Laments Turnovers & Lack Of Energy In Lakers Loss To Suns

The Phoenix Suns are a young team that plays super hard, presenting a tough challenge for the Los Angeles Lakers in the second night of a back-to-back. Despite coming in winners of seven straight, the Lakers weren't up for the…

Recap: Lakers Win Streak Snapped With Loss To Suns In Second Of Back-To-Back

The Los Angeles Lakers returned to action on Monday night when they hosted the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers were going for their eighth straight win but were also facing an underrated team in the second night of…

Lakers Injury Report: Marcus Smart Out, LeBron James Returns Vs. Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Monday's game against the Phoenix Suns and Marcus Smart remains out due to lower back injury management while LeBron James is available to return after a one-game absence. This is the…