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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All-Star Point Guard John Wall Recruiting Paul George To Join Wizards

The rumors surrounding Indiana Pacers star forward Paul George have been plentiful in the past couple weeks, as he made it known that he plans to leave the Pacers next summer when he becomes a free agent with the intention…

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Lakers News: Paul George Claims Moving Truck Outside Of Indiana Home Was His Neighbor’s

Indiana Pacers star Paul George recently let it be known that he plans to leave the Pacers in free agency next summer, with the intention of joining his hometown Los Angeles Lakers...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Calls Magic Johnson’s Comments About His Leadership ‘Irrelevant’

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to free up some much needed salary cap space last week...

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Lakers News: Artist Jonas Never Paints Mural Of Lonzo Ball Outside Spectrum SportsNet Studio

The newest Los Angeles Lakers point guard, Lonzo Ball, has been making his rounds in the city this past week, throwing out the first pitch at Dodger Stadium, the same day as being introduced as a Laker at the team's…

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DeMar DeRozan Discusses Advice Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Has Given Him In The Past

Many of today's NBA stars grew up watching Kobe Bryant play for the Los Angeles Lakers, where he won five championships in 20 seasons...

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‘The Ball Prophecy: Rise Of The Lakers’ Lonzo Ball Hype Video

NBA 2K's Chris Manning recently created a hype video surrounding Ball, titled "The Ball Prophecy: Rise of the Lakers," chronicling the Ball's path to joining the Los Angeles Lakers historic organization...

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Lakers News: Magic Johnson Calls Lonzo Ball The ‘New Face Of The Lakers’

Some of the best players in NBA history have worn the purple and gold Los Angeles Lakers jersey, beginning with Jerry West and Elgin Baylor in the 1960s, and then players like Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem-Abdul Jabbar, Magic Johnson, James Worthy,…

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Lakers News: Joel Embiid And Ben Simmons Subtweet, Lonzo Ball Responds

The Los Angeles Lakers made no surprised at Thursday night's NBA Draft when they selected UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball with the second overall pick...

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Lakers Draft News: L.A. Trades No. 28 Pick To Utah Jazz For Nos. 30 And 42

A lot was speculated about what the Los Angeles Lakers and their front office would do on draft day, as they owned the second, 27th and 28th picks after acquiring No. 27 in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets...

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Lonzo Ball Lakers Jersey Available For Pre-order Via Fanatics

As expected, the Los Angeles Lakers selected UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball with the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA...

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