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 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…

Recap: Lakers Blow Out Shorthanded Pelicans For 7th Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Sunday night, hosting the New Orleans Pelicans and looking for their seventh straight win. This was the first night of a back-to-back for the Lakers so they sat out both LeBron…

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James (left foot injury management) has been ruled out of Sunday night's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Marcus Smart (back spasms) is also listed as out and will miss his second straight…

Recap: Lakers Beat Mavericks To Finish Undefeated In Emirates NBA Cup Group Play

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Black Friday, hosting Anthony Davis and the Dallas Mavericks as Luka Doncic faced his former team for the first time this season. The Lakers already clinched West Group B in the…

Mavericks Vs. Lakers Injury Report: Anthony Davis & Deandre Ayton Return, Marcus Smart Ruled Out

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Deandre Ayton (right knee contusion) will return to action on Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks after a one-game absence. Marcus Smart (back spasms) has been ruled out after originally being listed as questionable.…

Lakers News: LeBron James Focused On Winning Regardless Of Role

For the first time in his 23-year career, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James appears to be taking a bit of a back seat. The Lakers got off to a great start without him this season with Luka Doncic playing…

Lakers Will Not Use Slippery Emirates NBA Cup Court Against Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers debuted their 2025 Emirates NBA Cup court during Tuesday night's win over the L.A. Clippers, although there were some issues. Throughout the course of the game, a number of players slipped and fell on the court.…

LeBron James Pleased With What Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart & Jake LaRavia Have Brought To Lakers

Many people weren't sure what to expect from the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but so far they have been one of the best teams in the NBA at 13-4. And that's despite LeBron James missing the first 14 games…