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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Lakers Rumors: LeBron James ‘Surprised’ & Had ‘No Idea’ About Luka Doncic For Anthony Davis Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers shocked the basketball world on Saturday night when word got out about a blockbuster trade sending Anthony Davis and others to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Doncic. The trade seemingly came out of nowhere and breaks…

Lakers Rumors: Luka Doncic Acquired For Anthony Davis In Blockbuster Trade With Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers are known to make blockbuster trades to acquire superstars, and it appears they have done so again. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Lakers are acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in a stunning…

Recap: LeBron James Records Triple-Double At Madison Square Garden To Lead Lakers Past Knicks

After beginning their road trip with a 3-1 record, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling when they took on the New York Knicks on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. This was the Lakers' toughest test of…

Recap: LeBron James & Lakers Handle Business Against Wizards

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to get back in the win column on Thursday night when they continued their road trip against the Washington Wizards. Anthony Davis was out for L.A., although Washington came in losers of 15 straight and…

Lakers Vs. Wizards Preview: Opportunity To Get Back On Track Despite Being Shorthanded

Coming off a rough loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers have a prime opportunity to get back on track as they continue their road trip against the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. The Wizards come in with…

Lakers Injury Update: Anthony Davis To Be Re-Evaluated In One Week With Abdominal Muscle Strain

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that star Anthony Davis underwent an MRI that confirmed an abdominal muscle strain. Davis will return to Los Angeles on Wednesday and be re-evaluated in approximately one week. The injury occurred in the first quarter…

Recap: Lakers Blown Out By Shorthanded 76ers After Anthony Davis Leaves With Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers went for their fifth straight win on Tuesday night, taking on the Philadelphia 76ers in the second night of a back-to-back. The Lakers were a bit shorthanded in this one with Gabe Vincent and Jarred Vanderbilt…

Lakers Injury Update: Anthony Davis Leaves Game Against 76ers With Abdominal Muscle Strain

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis was ruled out on Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with an abdominal muscle strain. The big man played 10 minutes in the first quarter and recorded four points, two rebounds and a…

Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Named To Player Pool For 2025 Rising Stars Challenge

The NBA announced the player pool for the 2025 Rising Stars Challenge during All-Star Weekend in San Francisco and Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht made the cut. In addition to Knecht, the other rookies that were chosen include Bub…

Recap: Anthony Davis Has 40-20 Game To Lead Lakers To Win Over Hornets

Coming off three straight impressive blowout victories, the Los Angeles Lakers traveled east and looking to keep things rolling when they took on the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. The Lakers have had a lot of success against below .500…