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 News: Larry Nance Jr. Says Team Is ‘Playing For One Another’

The vibe around the Los Angeles Lakers is completely different this season that in the past few, as Byron Scott is no longer the head coach of the team and Kobe Bryant has played his last games in the purple…

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Lakers News: Luke Walton To Give Brandon Ingram More Point Guard Responsibilities

The Los Angeles Lakers drafted forward Brandon Ingram out of Duke with the second overall pick this past draft...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Told D’Angelo Russell He ‘Looked Ready’ For Leadership Role

Last season was the last in a Los Angeles Lakers uniform for legend Kobe Bryant as after 20 seasons and a multitude of injuries he decided it was time to retire...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Says Wednesday Night ‘Felt Like A Home Game’

The Los Angeles Lakers got their season off to a good start Wednesday night as their first game without Kobe Bryant was a win...

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Lakers Vs. Rockets Preview: Post-Kobe Bryant Era Begins At Staples Center

Last season was the end of an era for the Los Angeles Lakers as legend Kobe Bryant played his final games in the purple and gold...

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Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Talks About Luke Walton Helping Him Become A Leader

A lot has changed in regards to the culture of the Los Angeles Lakers in the past few months as not only has their leader Kobe Bryant retired, but they have also hired Luke Walton to be their next head…

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Lakers News: Luke Walton Pegs Team’s Leaders For This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone a complete culture change this preseason as not only did Lakers legend and team leader Kobe Bryant retire, but the team made a coaching change hiring a former teammate of Bryant's, Luke Walton making…

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Lakers News: Jordan Clarkson Credits Physical Play To Growing Up In San Antonio

A lot of the focus during training camp this year for the Los Angeles Lakers under first year coach Luke Walton was on the defensive end of the court, as the Lakers finished at or near the bottom of the…

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Lakers News: Julius Randle Says Team Can Surprise People, Wants To Be A Leader

The Los Angeles Lakers have completed their first training camp under first-year head coach Luke Walton, as they begin their season Wednesday night when they host the Houston Rockets...

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Lakers News: Metta World Peace Says Hard Work Earned Him A Roster Spot

With Monday being the deadline for NBA teams to announce their rosters, as the season begins Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers had some tough decisions to make...

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