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: Jeanie Buss Turned On LeBron James & Tried To Trade Him To Clippers In 2022

The Los Angeles Lakers organization is undergoing some significant changes as Jeanie and the Buss family sold their controlling ownership stake of the team to Mark Walter, who also owns the L.A. Dodgers. Jeanie has been running the team since…

Recap: Lakers Begin Road Trip With Impressive Comeback Win Over Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers began a season-long eight-game road trip on Tuesday night, traveling to take on the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers and Nuggets have developed a bit of a rivalry in recent years, but this was their first meeting…

Lakers Injury Update: Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Vs. Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers announced center Deandre Ayton was ruled out of the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets with a left eye injury. Ayton got hit in the face towards the end of the first half and…

NBA All-Star Voting: Luka Doncic Leads Fan Voting, LeBron James’ Starting Streak Ends

The starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game were announced on Monday, and Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic made the cut, along with Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Stephen Curry and Victor Wembanyama in the West and Jalen Brunson, Jaylen…

Lakers Rumors: Pau Gasol Under Consideration For Prominent Role In NBA’s European Venture

The NBA is looking to expand globally to continue growing the game, and it appears the Los Angeles Lakers will play a role in that. The Lakers are one of the biggest global brands in all of sports, with some…

Lakers News: Drew Timme Using Detractors As Fuel

Los Angeles Lakers two-way player Drew Timme has gotten his first opportunity in the rotation the last couple of games and has made the most of it. After scoring 21 points off the bench in the loss to the Portland…

Deandre Ayton: ‘Pretty Cool’ To Make Lakers History With 10-For-10 Shooting Night

The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night, and a big reason for that was the play of Deandre Ayton inside. Ayton finished with 25 points and 13 rebounds on 10-for-10…

Lakers News: LeBron James Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has always honored the greats that came before him, whether that be in sports or the world in general. Monday marks Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as the NBA is celebrating the leader…

Lakers Highlights: Deandre Ayton Perfect In Win Over Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy lately, playing five games in seven nights with a pair of flights mixed into that. They have mostly struggled during this stretch with numerous key players in and out of the lineup, but…

Recap: Lakers Close 5-Game In 7-Day Stretch With Dominant Win Over Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been struggling as of late, losing five of their last six games, with injuries playing a big role in that. Things didn't get any easier for the Lakers on Sunday as they returned home to…