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: Lakers Snap 9-Game Winning Streak With Close Loss To Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers went into Monday night's game riding a nine-game winning streak, looking to extend it to 10 for the first time this season. The Lakers faced a tough test as Marcus Smart and Rui Hachimura were both…

Lakers Injury Report: Rui Hachimura, Marcus Smart & Maxi Kleber Questionable Vs. Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons and Rui Hachimura (right calf soreness), Marcus Smart (right ankle soreness) and Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain) are listed as questionable. Smart has been playing…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic’s 16th Technical Rescinded

The Los Angeles Lakers attempted to get Luka Doncic's 16th technical foul rescinded, and it was successful, as the NBA announced on Sunday afternoon. That means Doncic will not have to serve an automatic one-game suspension during Monday night's game…

LeBron James Discusses What Breaking NBA Record For Games Played Means To Him

When LeBron James took the floor for the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the Orlando Magic on Saturday night, he did so for the 1,612th time in the regular season. That broke a tie with Robert Parish for the most…

Luke Kennard On Game-Winner Vs. Magic: Lakers ‘Brought Me Here For A Reason’

It looked like the Los Angeles Lakers' win streak was coming to an end, although Luke Kennard ensure that didn't happen by hitting a game-winning 3-pointer with 0.6 seconds remaining to beat the Orlando Magic on the road. Kennard has…

Goga Bitadze Refutes Making Comments About Luka Doncic’s Family

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been on his best behavior in recent weeks, trying to avoid picking up his 16th technical foul, which would result in an automatic one-game suspension. Doncic had gone eight straight games without a…

Recap: Luke Kennard Hits Game-Winner Against Magic To Give Lakers 9th Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers went into Saturday night's matchup with the Orlando Magic as the hottest team in the league, winners of eight straight, including three to start their road trip. They looked to extend that streak to nine while…

LeBron James Passes Robert Parish For Most Games Played In NBA History

LeBron James took the court for the 1,612th time in an NBA game when the Los Angeles Lakers played the Orlando Magic on Saturday night, breaking a tie with Robert Parish for the most regular season games played in league…

Recap: Luka Doncic Drops 60 As Lakers Beat Heat For 8th Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing their best basketball of the season as they opened up their six-game road trip with back-to-back victories over the Houston Rockets to give them a season-high seven straight victories. As they looked to…

Lakers Looking For New Jersey Patch Sponsor

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they are opening up global sponsorship rights for their premium jersey patch partnership for the 2026-27 NBA season and beyond. The move represents the next chapter for the storied franchise’s evolution, moving on from the…